And you thought helping your child stand and walk, get his homework done, making friends was the hardest part of parenting. Nope. It's simply letting go. Letting your child try and fail is a better lesson than doing it for them. The best lesson we will ever teach our children is how to handle their own problems well. When a lesson opportunity comes up, instead of jumping in with "no" or just giving her the answers, ask, "Well, how do you think you should handle this situation?" Brainstorm together, active listen her concerns, ask permission to give any ideas you might have, but let the outcome be hers, but with your supervision and built-in accountability. This is what I call the Principle of Responsible Freedom. I will give you the freedom you request, and expect you to be responsible. If at any time you are irresponsible, then I will pull back on the freedom. Even the hardest part of parenting can be a teachable moment.
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Kids Will Always Test the Limits
What You Say to Your Child Matters!
Maintaining Healthy Relationships
Kids Do Act Out, or Act In
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When Trouble Comes Knocking
Is Your Child Having a Problem?
Don't Worry. Be Happy
Are You a Benevolent Despot?
How Do You Lead Your Family?
Launching Our Teen into Adulthood
Problems? How Can You Tell?
Tips for Family Stress Management
Should You Fight Your Child's Battles?
Correction with Time-Out
Parenting is Lifelong
Down Time, What A Blessing!
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