Episode 345

When we see our kids struggling with things like schoolwork, or friend drama, or dealing with a teacher they don’t like, we often offer suggestions to help them get through those situations more easily. But what should we do when our children give short or snarky responses to our genuine attempts to help?
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- Why kids are so resistant to our suggestions, even if they know they’re good ones
- What we almost always do that makes the situation worse
- How to respond to this type of attitude so that you maintain your positive, powerful influence (and they don’t get away with anything!)
___________________________
MENTIONED IN OR RELATED TO THIS EPISODE:
Free summary of (and examples from) this episode
The Leadership Parenting Academy and Success Lab
Your Parenting Long Game Episode 242: Why You Don’t Have to (and Shouldn’t) Try to Convince Your Child to be OK with Your Limits
Your Parenting Long Game Episode 324: Why Motivators Work Better Than Punishments for Kids With Big Emotions
Your Parenting Long Game Episode 207: Why Your Child Really Doesn’t Want to Control You (Or Anyone Else)
Your Parenting Long Game Episode 226: One Small Change That Has a Big Impact on You and Your Child With Big Emotions