How Parents Can Modify Child Behavior

All human behavior is acted on by choice.  A child chooses their behavior and trying to force them to change is going to be a painful experience for both you and the child.  However, you can set up their environment in such a way that they child chooses a different way to behave.  By making sure that the behavior does not achieve their desired goal, the child will eventually have no choice but to change because they are not getting what they want.  If their goal is to get your attention, then it is important to demonstrate that they only get your attention when their behavior is good.  They will learn by experience that they way to get the attention that they want is to demonstrate good behavior.

Children who lie and misbehave in school are often doing so as the results of internal struggles. Time is definitely a factor when deciding to make changes for the better within the parent/child relationship. It will not always be easy and it won't happen quickly, but building trust and open communication are the keys to forming these positive relationships.

There might be a struggle for some parents who feel that parents do not need to earn trust from children, when in fact it is extremely important that children feel they can trust their parents. Establishing a trusting relationship includes the parent actively making unselfish decisions and putting the needs of the child to be understood before the needs of the parent for the same. Children who do not feel safe or understood will not be able to establish mature, positive relationships with their parents. Children need to be able to approach their parents with questions and concerns, and this all stems from trust.

As time and trust are increased, the ability to communicate openly will also increase between parents and children. Parents might at first have a difficult time hearing honesty from their children without rushing to judgments, but maintaining a level of calm control will facilitate better communication.

Remember that there will never be a day where your skills as a parent are not put to the test.

Being a "Blissful Parent" requires patience, persistence, and perseverance.

Stress, frustration and conflict come from not knowing what else to do or where to turn for help.

The key is to always have enough tools in your toolbox and surround yourself with enough positive support so that you always know what to do and you will never feel alone.

That's what Blissful Parenting is all about.

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