Navigating the challenges of strong-willed children can be tough for dads. Learn why traditional correction techniques might backfire and how creating a supportive environment is crucial. Discover practical tips to shift from criticism to positive modeling. Highlighting strengths rather than focusing on faults can significantly impact your child's confidence and growth. With relatable anecdotes, the discussion offers ways to connect with kids' interests while celebrating progress over perfection.
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Why Dads Default To Correction
Dads often default to correcting because that’s the model many grew up with, even if it backfires with strong-willed kids.
A calm, authoritative leadership approach blends boundaries with empathy and avoids authoritarian or overly sweet extremes.
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Personal Childhood Model
Kirk Martin shares his father was career military and used a fear-based, authoritarian approach at home.
He contrasted that with his preference for calm, authoritative leadership to avoid repeating the same mistakes.
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Stop Correcting For Two Weeks
Stop correcting, criticizing, and nitpicking your strong-willed child for two weeks.
Ask your spouse to give a gentle cue when you start to slip so you can model self-control instead.
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