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Ryan And Sam Holiday On Raising Well Adjusted Adults Not Well Behaved Children

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Mar 16, 2024
Ryan Holiday and Samantha Holiday, co-parents and advocates for mindful parenting, delve into the journey of raising well-adjusted adults rather than merely obedient children. They discuss the significance of fostering independence, resilience, and critical thinking in kids. Highlighting the power of positive reinforcement, they explain how uplifting communication transforms both children and parents. The duo emphasizes respectful conflict resolution and empathy as vital tools, encouraging a parenting style that understands and nurtures children's intrinsic motivations.
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ADVICE

Positive Reinforcement

  • Notice how often you react negatively to your kids.
  • Consciously react to their positive actions.
INSIGHT

Attention-Seeking Behavior

  • Kids seek attention, even if it's negative.
  • Negative reactions can inadvertently encourage bad behavior.
ADVICE

Balancing Interactions

  • Acknowledge positive actions with enthusiasm, not understatedly.
  • Reflect on the intensity of your positive vs. negative interactions.
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