trying to get her to change. I had to change my thinking from “she’s the problem and I need to fix her” to “what can I do differently to get a more positive response from her?” I’m working on stating my expectation, then restating with even fewer words, if necessary, and not engaging. This works…
When I learned about communication blocks as an Active Parenting Course instructor, my life changed. I realized that if I didn’t take some responsibility for my daughter’s, husband’s, or other people’s negative reactions to what I said that I wouldn’t be able to improve my relationships. The more I took responsibility for learning how to…
I struggle with managing my anger with my very strong-willed 5 year-old daughter. She gets very demanding with telling me what to do. When I say I can’t do something, she keeps nagging at me and starts to scream and throw a tantrum. She also gets upset if some clothing doesn’t feel right. I try…
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