Tag conflict resolution
Equip Kids To Apologize Like They Mean It
When kids fight, parents typically try to resolve things by telling the kids they have to say theyโre sorry. While parents may be aware that this can be a very shallow, โgo through the motionsโ sort of consequence for kids, they mayโฆ
Teaching Kids True Repentance [video]
When kids make a mistake, especially when they hurt others, most parents would agree that itโs important to learn repentance — for kids to feel sorry for what theyโve done. But in our pursuit of this goal, many parents settleโฆ
How to Not Take Sides When Siblings Fight
In our family, one of the realities we face is siblings who fight. I tend to want to stop my children’s rivalry in its tracks, but I have found that I sometimes contribute to the problem rather than solve it. Ultimately, I reallyโฆ
How to Turn a Parenting Fail into a Parenting Win
It was a Sunday evening. I was emotionally and physically done for the day and looking forward to a quiet house. Suddenly I overheard squabbling about who was the rightful owner of a large stuffed panda bear. My engagement withโฆ