Respectful Parenting: Janet Lansbury Unruffled The Kindness of Consequences
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Nov 11, 2025 A parent shares her transformative journey after receiving advice on handling her aggressive four-year-old. She realizes she was mismanaging boundaries and discipline, leading to positive changes just days later. Janet explains the importance of honest consequences and emphasizes that healthy boundaries reflect a parent's needs rather than punitive measures. The conversation highlights how parents can maintain strong leadership while nurturing relationships, illustrating the power of supportive family dynamics during challenging transitions.
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Course Sparked A Rapid Turnaround
- A parent bought Janet Lansbury's No Bad Kids Master Course and realized they were avoiding consequences.
- Within three days clearer boundaries brought a happier, less aggressive four-year-old.
Consequences As Honest Boundaries
- Janet Lansbury reframes consequences as 'honest consequences' tied to parents' needs and boundaries.
- Honest consequences reflect what parents will or will not put up with rather than punishment tactics.
Use Logical, Situation-Specific Consequences
- Do use logical consequences tied to the situation, like clearing a meal if a child can't behave at the table.
- Do frame the consequence as protecting the family and your needs, not as punishment.
