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Isn’t it strange as parents that we often find ourselves reacting the same way to behavior over and over again, yet hopeful that it will provide a different result? Why is it that we continue to think if we do the very same thing….that maybe on the 101st time it will produce a different outcome? Is it realistic to think that when you are battling the same situation with one of your children that suddenly the light will come on in their head and they will see your point and comply? Or do you need to change your approach?

I think this is my favorite part of coaching parents, helping parents see how they can change their child’s behavior by CHANGING theirs! The concept often  boggles parents. But who can you truly control in a power struggle? Only your behavior! Your child has been conditioned to react a certain way to YOUR behavior……so when you change the playing field and decide to do things differently you will be amazed how quickly a situation will change. In the book, “Screamfree Parenting” this is exactly how you begin to change the dynamics in your home – by changing your reaction. I have had several clients read this book and start to examine their own behavior. They make small changes and then begin to see BIG changes in their children.  They also love how they feel when they are not yelling and nagging all the time.  If you are looking for a new method to the madness, check out the book.
You’ll find the change of pace, the newness of your attitude and a new approach will give you energy and just might snap the tug of war you’ve unknowingly been a part of for longer than you care to admit.