Optimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and Parenting 2533: [Part 1] Do This, Not That: 10 Alternatives to Yelling by Jen of This Time of Mine on Calm Parent Advice
Mar 27, 2025
Explore effective communication strategies that help parents ditch yelling for good. Discover why yelling fails and how to invite collaboration instead. Learn to change your delivery and simplify instructions for better listening. With practical alternatives, parents can foster calm and constructive interactions, ultimately strengthening relationships with their kids. By adopting these strategies, families can create a more positive and effective environment at home.
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The Yelling Paradox
- A parent asks their child repeatedly to put their shoes on, starting with a nice tone and escalating to yelling.
- The child questions why the parent always yells, highlighting the ineffectiveness of this approach.
Yelling Is Normal, but Ineffective
- Yelling is a common parental struggle, not a personal failing.
- Kids adapt to yelling, making it less effective over time and creating a vicious cycle.
Mix It Up
- Avoid repeating yourself in the same way; change your phrasing, tone, body language, or volume.
- Lowering your voice instead of raising it can be an effective way to regain a child's attention.