Respectful Parenting: Janet Lansbury Unruffled Rejection, Exclusion, Teasing — What to do When Friends Aren't Kind
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Jun 24, 2025 Witnessing children deal with unkind friends can be heartbreaking. The discussion focuses on strategies for empowering kids to navigate rejection and exclusion effectively. Parents are encouraged to reflect on their own experiences to better assist their children in forming healthy friendships. Exploring the dynamics of power struggles, the conversation highlights the importance of fostering resilience and kindness. Janet offers valuable insights on how subtle parental support can help children face tough social situations bravely.
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Power Is Choice
- People only have power over us when we give it to them.
- Teaching children to own their power helps them navigate unkind peer behavior.
Let Kids Lead Conflict Resolution
- Support your child by staying one step behind their feelings about peer conflicts.
- Avoid over-intervening or imposing solutions, and encourage your child to decide how to interact.
Trust Child's Social Choices
- Trust your child to handle excluding behavior with parental support nearby.
- Focus on nurturing friendships that respect your child and avoid forcing inclusivity with others.