Positive Parenting

Using Role Play to Train Children

Training our children in what we would like them to do is as important as disciplining them for what we don't want them to do. Using role play is a wonderful tool parents can use to help a child gain mastery of an under-developed behavior or skill.

How to Increase Obedience with Positive Opposites

Is there too much negativity in your home? You can turn it around with the parenting technique developed by Dr. Alan Kazdin of Yale University. Here we explore how to use positive opposites as well as it's pro's and con's.

A Soft Heart is a Teachable Heart

What is a "teachable moment"? How can I spot them and capitalize on them? Here we will explore how you can know when the ground of your child's heart is fertile for planting seeds of truth as well as a few examples of what you can do and use during these "teachable moments."

6 New Year’s Resolutions for Parents

We all have children who demonstrate a behavior we would like to change. Sometimes change needs to start with us, the parents. Here we will go through some New Year's Resolutions you can make to start your new year off right.

Empathetic Listening

Listening is more than just hearing. Read on to find out how you can listen to your children in a way that will make them feel heard and understood.

Expect Good Behavior

If we set low expectations for our children, they will never exceed them. Learn the importance of parenting with high expectations balanced with grace.

Parenting with Confidence

Often our worst moments as a parent are those that are fueled by impulsivity and indecision. Learn how these traits can undermine your confidence as a parent and what you can do about it.

How to Have a Positive Family Dinner

Family dinners are an important time of the day. If you can get everyone to the table at the same time, try this simple technique that will make everyone happy to be there.

Energizing Success: Focus on Good Behavior

Do you find that you are always pointing out what your kids are doing wrong? Try focusing on the positive instead of the negative with a technique called "energizing success."

Ways to Encourage Your Children

At the end of the day, do the positives outweigh the negatives in your home? Here are some concrete ways you can encourage your children during the day.

How to Be an Intentional Parent

Here you will learn the benefits of purposeful, intentional, positive parenting.

The Importance of Parental Support

Everyone needs support. Parents are no exception. Use a daily support time to review your day and plan for the one ahead.

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