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Tantrum Relief — Meeting the Three Basic Needs
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The difference between the Language of Listening® approach to dealing with tantrums and that of most other programs is basically this: in a tantrum, others try to calm children down; we facilitate tantrums in a way that allows children to calm themselves down. It all starts with the Three Basic Needs for Growth: experience, connection and power. Here’s how to meet those needs to...
Read MoreNo More Lies
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A question many parents face is what to do when their children tell a lie. The book, Nurture Shock adds fuel to the fire by saying that all children lie. While this may be statistically true, it’s not a very empowering view for parents or children. Try this one instead: Children prefer being honest. They turn to lies only when they don’t have any other way to get what they want or...
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