Tag Archives: discipline
Is That Natural Consequence You are Allowing Really a Good Discipline Choice?
January 13th, 2014 | 2 CommentsNatural Consequences can be a powerful gentle parenting tool in disciplining children, but sometimes Natural Consequences prove to be too dangerous. MORE
Posted in Family Safety, General, Gentle Discipline, Natural Learning Tagged behavior, children, discipline, punishment6 Ways to Gently Respond To A Tantrum
July 19th, 2013 | 18 CommentsChildren must feel a full range of emotions, frustration included for healthy development and gently responding to tantrums and remembering to also meet a childs need does not equal being manipulated, tricked or permissive. Positive interactions, especially during upset feelings are what help children cope with a host of feelings as they grow and create trust between parent and child. MORE
Posted in Gentle Discipline Tagged attachment parenting, behavior, children, compassion, discipline“Mama, Please Wait!” The Benefits of Allowing Children to Ask for Flexibility
July 2nd, 2013 | 5 CommentsSometimes we get caught up complaining that our children are not responding to us when we would like them to. We think they are dawdling, or taking their “sweet time”, “dragging their feet” or just being “selfish.” The thing is, often we expect flexibility from our children but forget to give it in return! MORE
Posted in Gentle Discipline, Responding With Sensitivity Tagged authentic parenting, behavior, children, disciplineTalents of the Heart
December 30th, 2011 | 2 CommentsOur world is ruled by competition and recognition. Determination and excellent reign supreme. But shining light on other characteristics can lead to a more cooperative and compassionate society. MORE
Posted in Attachment Parenting, Consensual Living, Gentle Discipline, Natural Learning, Parenting Philosophies, Playtime, Responding With Sensitivity Tagged authentic parenting, behavior, child, children, collaboration, compassion, competition, cooperation, discipline, nurturing, society, sociology, talentWays to Discipline a Child Part 2
December 11th, 2010 | 1 CommentDiscipline that “works” honors the innate worth of everyone involved. Teaching with wisdom releases old held patterns of shaming, harm and other negative outcomes while focusing on behavior that is appropriate and allowing the child to be the unique being she is here to be. Children who are guided in this way have the potential to greatly impact society in a positive manner. MORE
Posted in Balance, Belief, Gentle Discipline, Parenting Philosophies, Responding With Sensitivity Tagged behavior, child, discipline, permissiveness, punishmentWays to Discipline a Child, Part 1
December 7th, 2010 | 6 CommentsDiscipline is often thought of as something we do to a child when they do something that we do not want them to do. In this sense, punishment and discipline can become confused and the opportunity for true discipline is lost or misguided. MORE
Posted in Balance, Belief, Gentle Discipline, Parenting Philosophies, Responding With Sensitivity Tagged child, children, discipline, permissiveness, punishment