Parenting Beyond Discipline
Simple and Effective Positive Discipline Tips to Yield Better Behavior
Jul 28, 2023
Learn effective positive discipline tips, including handling apologies with young children, strategies for better behavior, using choices and 'One, Two, Three Magic', and setting boundaries to encourage responsible behavior.
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Quick takeaways
- Parents should focus on giving attention and positive feedback when children are being helpful and positive to encourage more of the same behavior.
- Instead of forcing apologies, parents can teach empathy by explaining how behavior has affected others and encouraging children to express remorse in their own way, helping them develop a better understanding of apologies and empathy over time.
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Importance of Positive Attention and Feedback
Parents often give a lot of attention when children are acting negatively, but they should focus on giving attention and positive feedback when children are being helpful and positive. By switching the attention to positive behavior, children are encouraged to do more helpful things and feel a sense of accomplishment.
