How parents can get kids to want to do what they should do.
Step1. Know and always remember, your child is also a child of God.
Step2. Set each child up for success.
Step3. When a child makes a mistake, help him plan a better action.
How time-outs work can make a difference.
1. Time-outs work to resolve anger issues in a child or in a parent.
2. Time-out doesn’t work well when used for detention or punishment.
3. Time-out needs to result a plan for better plan for child and/or parent.
What can I do so my kids will listen to me?
1. Model listening when they talk to you.
2. Look them in the eye when they talk to you.
3. Paraphrase or repeat what you heard them say.
(I never said this would be easy but I will say it works.)
How can I get my child to do his homework, without nagging?
1. Set him up for success with questions like:
Do you have homework?
How long do you think it will take you to finish?
Do you like it when I nag you about getting it done?
What can you do so I can never nag you about it?
2. Recognize his initiative and his accomplishments.