Tag obedience
Asking vs. Telling: What Parents Need to Know About Questions & Learning
Are you asking or telling your kids what to do? I’m a teller by nature. It seems easier. Maybe it’s just more efficient. I tell my child what to do, and then she does it. I tell her the answer…
3 Señales de Consecuencias Poco útiles… ¡y Cómo Solucionarlas!
“¡Eres estúpido!” dice el niño frustrado. El padre se siente molesto, incluso un poco enojado y responde: “¡No puedes hablarme de esa manera! ¡Estás castigado por el resto del día! ¡Ve a tu habitación y piensa en lo que dijiste!”…
Fear-Based Compliance vs. Heartfelt Obedience: How to Avoid One & Inspire the Other
At a banquet I attended, I sat near a father and his two elementary-aged sons. The boys were playful, and I engaged with them the way I often do with young kids, purposefully playing, laughing, and connecting. When the host…
Discipline and Your Kids: Your Questions Answered | Ep. 147
Your kids keep growing and changing, and so do your questions about parenting. Today’s podcast might answer a few of your questions and leave you wishing you had your own parent coach. In this Q&A style podcast, Lynne Jackson (Connected…
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My Child Wants Nothing to Do With Me. Is There Hope?
“My daughter seems distant.” or “My son wants nothing to do with me. It seems like my efforts at connecting just push him further away!” Can you relate to these statements? We’ve heard statements like these from plenty of parents.…
Calming Yourself Before Going Into Discipline | Ep.109
“Why are you so mad all the time?” Do you ever hear this from your child? You probably don’t intend to look mad. You may not even be aware of your furrowed brow or irritated expression. And it’s especially hard…
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Should Dads Demand Respect? | Ep. 103
Should dads demand respect? Maybe this sounds familiar: “No, I don’t want to!” “This is dumb, you’re unfair!” “Who cares if my homework isn’t done?!” Hey dads, have you experienced this kind of pushback from your kids? It can push…
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What Is the Goal of Your Discipline?
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How Can I Get My Child to Obey? | Ep. 78
Does God require your kids to obey immediately? Immediate obedience is probably a familiar concept to you. And, to be quite honest, it’s a hot-button topic! If you’ve ever asked yourself, “How do I get my child to obey?” then this…
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