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The majority of problems we have with our young children are due to us attributing a negative intent to their actions. We perceive that they are manipulating us through tantrums. What if, instead, we perceive they are overwhelmed with emotions and need comforting? We perceive that they are testing our authority. What if, instead, we perceive that they are attempting to get a need met in the only way they know how? What if we perceive that they are developing autonomy instead of defying us? What if we can let go of negative perceptions and stop attributing negative intentions on their behavior? Dr. Bailey says a very powerful statement: By attributing negative motives to him, you highlight character flaws that he, in turn, incorporates into his self-concept. Positive Parenting: Toddlers and Beyond
Posted on: Fri, 18 Apr 2014 18:10:33 +0000

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