Strong-willed children are prone to power struggles. They're outspoken and fiercely determined. As parents, we must encourage cooperation while maintaing their spirited nature. This is how. Rationalizing with my strong-willed daughter is no easy feat. At all. A perfect example was this weekend. "I have the best idea of my life!" Her big eyes danced … [Read more...] about How to End Power Struggles with Your Strong-Willed Child
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Stop Yelling at Your Kids With One Simple Trick
Yelling at your kids can become a hard habit to break but it can also be quite damaging. This one simple strategy stops me from yelling at my kids and it can work for you too.It was one of those hot summer's days that had blurred into scorching hot summer's days before it.Seeking refuge from the heat, I decided we would have an indoor day. My only plan was to get … [Read more...] about Stop Yelling at Your Kids With One Simple Trick
Insights & Strategies for Raising Strong-Willed Children
Raising strong-willed children is a demanding process. We can't just demand compliance because it won't work. Find positive parenting strategiess below. Her blood-curdling scream was enough to wake the baby and send chills down my spine. "I told you to STOP!" she yelled. I had never heard my daughter speak to me this way. … [Read more...] about Insights & Strategies for Raising Strong-Willed Children
This How Negative Language Impacts Children and Here’s How to Make it Better
We tend to underestimate how negative language impacts children. Find out why it is a less effective form of discipline and very basic alternatives below.My three-year-old son can be strong-willed and vocal. But, most of the time, he is open to reason. That all changed three weeks ago. We had come back from celebrating Christmas out of town. As if playing … [Read more...] about This How Negative Language Impacts Children and Here’s How to Make it Better
Why Punishment Is Ineffective & What To Do Instead
No one wants a spoiled child who doesn't listen. But research and child experts say punishment is ineffective. Here is what you can do instead.As a young boy in Catholic school, my dad remembers being pulled out of class. (He may have deserved that part of it). The priest asked him to stand one inch from a brick wall. After being chastised, the priest slammed my dad … [Read more...] about Why Punishment Is Ineffective & What To Do Instead