Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Say This, Not That: Smart Parenting Tips for Misbehavior (Part 1 of 2)
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Aug 12, 2025 Wendy Speake, co-author of "Parenting Scripts," shares her expertise in effective communication with children. She and Amber Lia discuss practical strategies for tackling misbehavior with patience and wisdom. They highlight the importance of thoughtful responses and the need for reflection in parenting. The conversation dives into sibling conflict resolution, emphasizing the role of emotional intelligence. Listeners gain insights into balancing empathy and discipline while maintaining unconditional love during tough moments.
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Prepare Your Words Before You Lose Your Cool
- Plan a better response before you need one.
- Amber Leah and Wendy Speake urge parents to write scripts ahead of time.
Ask 'What Happens When You Disobey?'
- Ask children to reflect: 'What happens when you disobey?'
- Wendy Speake uses this to prompt reflection instead of launching a lecture.
Let Natural Consequences Do The Hard Work
- Use natural consequences instead of rescuing kids from their mistakes.
- John Fuller models empathy but refuses last-minute rescues for missed work.
