Parenting Children - August 24, 2012

Day 12 – Introduction to the Love Languages

Parenting Children Ages 0-10

self-confidence is built through knowing we are loved
self-confidence enables us:
•  to be different when we need to be
•  to build close relationships
•  our children have “emotional tanks" which need to be kept full
•  their behavior acts as the gauge showing the level in the tank

Question:
What are the signs of an empty “emotional tank” in your child(ren)?

From Series: "Parenting Children Ages 0-10"

Study Guide

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Choose the Right Battles

  • pause for thought
  • stop to think about whether your child is: HALT
    • H – Hungry
    • A – Anxious
    • L – Lonely
    • T – Tired
    • Or, are you?

Recognize natural childishness

  • Recognize the difference between natural childishness and disobedience
  • This halves the battles we have to fight
  • Adjust your expectations according to their level of maturity

Maintain a Sense of Humour

  • find ways to lighten the atmosphere

laugh together and with other parents

Complete the attached worksheet.

 

 

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