Our strong-willed children can drive parents up the wall with their forceful opinions! In today’s episode Karen gives advice for any mom locked in a battle with her “red” child. She reminds us of the needs our strong-willed children have, and offers encouragement for coming alongside them without giving in to their demands.
Episode Recap:
04:28 - Why Karen Loves Her Reds
5:30 - Strengths and Weaknesses of the Red Personality
7:50 - Dead Giveaways You Have a Red Child
11:00 - How Do I Handle My 6 Year Old’s Stubbornness?
19:00 - How Do I Discipline a Defiant Toddler Who Hits?
24:15 - How Do I Break Bad Habits We Started During Covid?
29:05 What Do I Do About My Picky Eater?
32:00 - Give Choices to Your Strong-Willed Child
34:33 - Reds Are Your Leaders, Get Them on the Right Path
Resources:
WT 241: Navigating Christmas as a Christian, Part 2
WT 240: Navigating Christmas as a Christian, Part 1
WT 239: Boundaries with Friends & Family
WT 238: Can You Help Me Handle Our Clashing Personality Colors?
WT 237: Why Is Dinner Time The Worst?
WT 236: Managing the Needs of Multiple Children
WT 235: Building Your Own Family Traditions
WT 234: Talking To Your Kids About Race with Alexandra Bates
WT 233: Mental Health and Motherhood with Wendi Nunnery
WT 232: The Story of Soar
WT 231: Loving Your (Actual) Neighbor
WT 230: Moms and Military Life
WT 229: Taking Care of Yourself During Crazy Seasons
WT 228: Time Management for Mom Life
WT 227: The Messy Middle School Years
WT 226: Allowance, Budgets, and Teaching Our Kids Financial Responsibility
WT 225: Letting Go of Unrealistic Expectations
WT 224: What Do New Homeschoolers Need to Know? with Katie Leipprandt
WT 223: How Do I Prepare My Child For Puberty?
WT 222: How Do I Discipline My Toddler's Defiance?
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