Human beings like bears will respond better to honey then getting stung. Example: “Thank you for clearing off your plate; for sitting still or for waiting to ask a question.” These are all illustrations of using compliments to reinforce positive behavior. Positive, kind and loving methods tend to have...
Here are some positive and effective guidelines to consider when figuring out your approach to discipline.
Parents should try to motivate their children to learn, but kids acquire what they want to learn. They are not always open to what they are forced to learn. Instead, encourage a lifetime of LOVING to learn. It is a very special ability you can pass on to your...
Be an amazing parent: Highlight Family Values An important task of parenting is to talk about your values in a clear and concrete way. (Example: My children knew they had to at least make a C grade in school. If they didn’t, their social time was reduced and homework...
Make it comfortable for them to talk to you. (Try not to judge, just sometimes listen without advice, ask their opinion). Listen to what they have to say. Comment on their opinion’s or do something that shows you were listening. Example: I remember you said that you like Adele’s...
It’s OK NOT to have all the answers right away. You can ask for some time to think about how you are going to handle the situation. Request the time
Adults have consequences: don’t get up and go to work…lose a job. Instead, be a dependable and hard worker. Spend all your money on clothes…can not pay rent and lose the apartment. Instead, make a budget and stick to it.
Parenting is the most significant, rewarding role any human being can undertake in their life. Society owes a deep debt of gratitude to anyone who takes on this responsibility and gives it their very best. Children are our future. But we need the next generation to be responsible, hard-working,...
