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By: Barbara Ashcroft
Parenting can be exhausting and overwhelming. Most parents
that I know are giving their all, and then some, to provide
their children with the best possible life they can have.
Sometimes, however, parents may focus too much on trying to
be their child’s friend. We must remember that children
are just that, “children” and require clear and
consistent behavioural guidelines. Even though they may protest,
they clearly want and need direction and some consistent routines.
It gives them a sense of security.
All children test limits. That’s
just what they do. It’s not personal. They will love
and respect you more if you set out your expectations, and
follow through immediately with reasonable consequences for
non-compliance. You are the parent and they need to know that
you have that responsibility. Children will accept your rules
and behavioural limitations if you do it with lots of hugs
and humour. Do both and stay your course.
“Children
are our most valuable natural resource.”
Herbert Hoover
Barbara Ashcroft B.A. M.ED.
Journey to Joy for Parents
www.barbashcroft.com
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