Parenting Children - September 16, 2012

Day 33 - Relationships with siblings and other children Part II

2. Don't try to arbitrate every fight

• give them space to work out their own disagreements
• remain impartial- don't always blame the older child or jump to conclusions
• intervene if they are hurting each other
• don't allow unkind words or bullying
• think ahead for regular issues that cause disputes: take turns when possible

Question:
What are the main causes of arguments between your children? Or between your only child and his/her friends?

From Series: "Parenting Children Ages 0-10"

Study Guide

More Messages Associated With "Relationships"...

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  • communication involves the message, the speaker, and the listener
  • building intimacy in marriage involves hearing each otheros experiences, thoughts, feelings, and desires

The importance of talking

  • telling each other our thoughts and feelings
  • may have been taught to hide feelings during upbringing
  • will take courage and practice to re-Iearn how to talk about feelings
  • some have difficultu recognizing what they are feeling (if this describes you, please see the optional homework exercise: Identifying Emotions)

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