Calgary and Area - Parents - Five Ways to Avoid Discouraging Children

 
 

  1. Negative Motivation
    The use of guilt, shaming, name-calling, fear of punishment or belittling robs the child of self respect.

  2. Overdoing
    Doing for the child what they can do for themselves, solving their problems for them, talking for them, making decisions for them, or pampering them leaves the child feeling that they are incapable.

  3. Demanding
    Focusing on the negative, setting parental expectations too high, giving the child too much responsibility, not allowing them to be children leaves them feeling inadequate.

  4. Discounting
    Not having time for the child, not asking their opinion, not valuing their contribution to the family, denying their feelings leaves the child feeling worthless.

  5. Permissiveness
    Giving in to the child's demands, not setting or enforcing limits, letting them treat people or property disrespectfully leaves the child feeling insecure and confused.


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