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“Dear Sharon, How do I get my kids to listen and do what I have asked when I ask? What natural consequences can I use if they don’t listen & do what I ask? I usually have to ask 5 times, then resort to yelling, then they finally act.” Today's solution shares one thing you can do to begin changing listening. If you look at yelling through the eyes of a child, you’ll see what I mean. The full solution is on the blog. www.proactiveparenting.net Carol Dweck, Respect Others, Be Good To Me, Time Kids, Good Student, Single Parenting, Photos Of Women, Single Mom

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“Dear Sharon, How do I get my kids to listen and do what I have asked when I ask? What natural consequences can I use if they don’t listen & do what I ask? I usually have to ask 5 times, then resort to yelling, then they finally act.” Today's solution shares one thing you can do to begin changing listening. If you look at yelling through the eyes of a child, you’ll see what I mean. The full solution is on the blog. www.proactiveparenting.net

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🎄 Kids see Santa's 🎅 🎅🏽 🎅🏻 🎅🏿 everywhere & want to know which one is real. 🎄 Kids need age appropriate truth from you, so they learn to trust you without question before the more challenging stuff shows up. Does that mean you must destroy the magic of the holidays or the religious beliefs you hold dear? Not at all. Read how a NY Times writer addressed this question with her child. http://proactiveparenting.net/santa Santa Real, Holiday Messages, Learning To Trust, Conversation Starters, Trust Yourself, Ny Times, Children, Kids

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🎄 Kids see Santa's 🎅 🎅🏽 🎅🏻 🎅🏿 everywhere & want to know which one is real. 🎄 Kids need age appropriate truth from you, so they learn to trust you without question before the more challenging stuff shows up. Does that mean you must destroy the magic of the holidays or the religious beliefs you hold dear? Not at all. Read how a NY Times writer addressed this question with her child. http://proactiveparenting.net/santa

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I believe saying, "You've got this." then moving on to what's going on in your life that you perceive as equally difficult feels like abandonment to the one who doesn't think she's got this. It's the holidays; we've all been through it and continue to go through it. Please be kind and supportive of the person feeling the pain. They're reaching out in the best way they can; please don't ignore their plea for support and understanding. Im Losing My Mind, Lose My Mind, Losing Me, Supportive Friends, Im Lost, I Need Help, Emotions, Feelings

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I believe saying, "You've got this." then moving on to what's going on in your life that you perceive as equally difficult feels like abandonment to the one who doesn't think she's got this. It's the holidays; we've all been through it and continue to go through it. Please be kind and supportive of the person feeling the pain. They're reaching out in the best way they can; please don't ignore their plea for support and understanding.

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Have you been asked the big question yet— Mama, are you Santa? or Is Santa real? You want to preserve the magic, but you also believe in honesty. So what's a parent to do? Years ago, the NY Times published an answer to this seasonal question. The answer convinced me this was destined to be a classic. NOW, YOU CAN READ IT. This doesn't conflict w/ religious beliefs; it helps kids learn how to trust the unseen forces we ask them to believe in. #Santa #honestmotherhood #believe Help Kids Learn, Kids Learning, Explained, Behavior, Beliefs, Answers, Give It To Me

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Have you been asked the big question yet— Mama, are you Santa? or Is Santa real? You want to preserve the magic, but you also believe in honesty. So what's a parent to do? Years ago, the NY Times published an answer to this seasonal question. The answer convinced me this was destined to be a classic. NOW, YOU CAN READ IT. This doesn't conflict w/ religious beliefs; it helps kids learn how to trust the unseen forces we ask them to believe in. #Santa #honestmotherhood #believe

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Here's a peak at what's in the article: 6th paragraph: "No parent sets out to plant a trigger or create a life-long wound inside their child’s psyche. No child wants to feel the pain that arrives when a parent’s stinging words label their basic nature. Nobody wants that pain; it taints how we see our entire world. 10th paragraph: "Many believe their parenting will automatically differ from their parent’s because they’re from a different generation. There are some powerful aha's here. Deep Thoughts, Parenting, Teaching, Paragraph

Here's a peak at what's in the article: 6th paragraph: "No parent sets out to plant a trigger or create a life-long wound inside their child’s psyche. No child wants to feel the pain that arrives when a parent’s stinging words label their basic nature. Nobody wants that pain; it taints how we see our entire world. 10th paragraph: "Many believe their parenting will automatically differ from their parent’s because they’re from a different generation. There are some powerful aha's here.

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If you've been looking for a way to be honest and authentic about who Santa is and what he does, then this is for you. Warning: This article is not trying to change anyone's beliefs or rituals about the holidays. It is simply for those looking for a way to update the Santa myth. #Santa #holidays #Christmas #parenting #santamyth #honesty #authenticity Mindful Parenting, Feelings And Emotions, How To Become

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If you've been looking for a way to be honest and authentic about who Santa is and what he does, then this is for you. Warning: This article is not trying to change anyone's beliefs or rituals about the holidays. It is simply for those looking for a way to update the Santa myth. #Santa #holidays #Christmas #parenting #santamyth #honesty #authenticity

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#stress #parenting #kids #relationships #self #esteem Kids Behavior, Discipline, Wholeness, No Response, Wise, Stress

#stress #parenting #kids #relationships #self #esteem

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It's time to extend your awareness to your kids. You don't want your kids to face the pain you faced as a result of the emotional damage you endured as a child. You never want your child to feel the emotional pain you did. It's time to embrace methods that aren't permissive or drill sergeant like. They're authentic, empathetic, clear & empower instead of punishing kids, all without compromising your line in the sand. It's time to stop passing the pain down the chain. #personal growth #empower Its Time To Stop, Emotional Pain, Correction, Personal Growth

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It's time to extend your awareness to your kids. You don't want your kids to face the pain you faced as a result of the emotional damage you endured as a child. You never want your child to feel the emotional pain you did. It's time to embrace methods that aren't permissive or drill sergeant like. They're authentic, empathetic, clear & empower instead of punishing kids, all without compromising your line in the sand. It's time to stop passing the pain down the chain. #personal growth #empower

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Shame & not feeling worthy are wounds that haunt us. You hate it when others shame you, BUT... Do You Shame Your Kids? Some use shame to motivate. Some use sarcasm to discredit kids. Some use name-calling to shame. Some sigh loudly to shame & signal disgust. Some do the eye-roll. Brene Brown says, "Shame erodes the very part of us that believes we are capable of change." No parent wants to destroy the emotional muscles needed to change, kids need those muscles. #shame #brenebrown Erode, Name Calling, Brene Brown, Eye Roll, Twa

Shame & not feeling worthy are wounds that haunt us. You hate it when others shame you, BUT... Do You Shame Your Kids? Some use shame to motivate. Some use sarcasm to discredit kids. Some use name-calling to shame. Some sigh loudly to shame & signal disgust. Some do the eye-roll. Brene Brown says, "Shame erodes the very part of us that believes we are capable of change." No parent wants to destroy the emotional muscles needed to change, kids need those muscles. #shame #brenebrown

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There are some people in this world that just "get"you, and you "get" them. Hilary Bilbrey, Inspired Living Coach and Sonja Montiel are two of those people. We just did a very on point intereview about their topic this month, Companioning. Listen to the interview on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/results... Tons of "parenting gems" in this one! Thank you ladies! Parenting Board, Parenting Hacks, Inspired Living, You Are Invited, Podcasts, Development

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There are some people in this world that just "get"you, and you "get" them. Hilary Bilbrey, Inspired Living Coach and Sonja Montiel are two of those people. We just did a very on point intereview about their topic this month, Companioning. Listen to the interview on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/results... Tons of "parenting gems" in this one! Thank you ladies!

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The Santa Myth is hard to explain to kids. This explanation is destined to become the quintessential Story of Santa. Here's the direct link in case that one doesn't work. https://proactiveparenting.net/the-sweetest-way-to-tell-your-kids-the-truth-about-santa/ Don't miss this one! Talk About Love, Face Light, Teaching Kids, Teaching Resources, Interesting Questions, Christmas Magic

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The Santa Myth is hard to explain to kids. This explanation is destined to become the quintessential Story of Santa. Here's the direct link in case that one doesn't work. https://proactiveparenting.net/the-sweetest-way-to-tell-your-kids-the-truth-about-santa/ Don't miss this one!

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Behavior and the Magic of Christmas. Sounds like a fairy tale, 📖. Sometimes good behavior, especially during the holidays, can feel like an unachievable dream. Here's how one mama found her answer, and you can too! Feel Like, Feel Good, Straight From The Heart, Yelling, Compliments

Straight From The Heart

Behavior and the Magic of Christmas. Sounds like a fairy tale, 📖. Sometimes good behavior, especially during the holidays, can feel like an unachievable dream. Here's how one mama found her answer, and you can too!

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Hey Mama's, It's Tiny TIp Tuesday! Best Advice Ever, Good Advice, Remain Calm, Encouragement

Best Advice Ever

Hey Mama's, It's Tiny TIp Tuesday!

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How do you do that? Let's talk about it inside Real Talk Parent Lounge on FB. See you on the inside! Mom Life Quotes, Co Parenting, Wedding With Kids, Blogger Tips, Real Talk, Meant To Be

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How do you do that? Let's talk about it inside Real Talk Parent Lounge on FB. See you on the inside!

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Is Santa Real? Have your kids begun asking you that? You're in luck! This is the Sweetest Way to Tell Kids About Santa. https://proactiveparenting.net/blog/ Did you enjoy this persepctive? Are you looking for support as you become a mindful, yet authoritative parent? if so, Join us inside Real Talk Parent Lounge, on FB. E Cards, Secret Santa, Mom Brain, Holiday Diy, Christmas Ideas, Holiday Guide, Santa Christmas, Christmas Eve Dinner

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Is Santa Real? Have your kids begun asking you that? You're in luck! This is the Sweetest Way to Tell Kids About Santa. https://proactiveparenting.net/blog/ Did you enjoy this persepctive? Are you looking for support as you become a mindful, yet authoritative parent? if so, Join us inside Real Talk Parent Lounge, on FB.

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Biggest Decision You've EVER Had to Make as a Parent: #School? #Unschooling? #Homeschooling? You need all perspectives so you can make a decisions. LinkedIn Editors asked for my opinion, and I answered. I hope this helps! #COVID #Distance #Learning Working Parent, Unschooling, Going Back To School, My Opinions, Distance Learning, Homeschooling, Classroom Ideas, Searching

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Biggest Decision You've EVER Had to Make as a Parent: #School? #Unschooling? #Homeschooling? You need all perspectives so you can make a decisions. LinkedIn Editors asked for my opinion, and I answered. I hope this helps! #COVID #Distance #Learning

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Magical reading of James and The Giant Peach by Meryl Streep, Benedict Cumberbatch, Chris Hemsworth and more. #covidkidactivities #parentingprivatetime #whattodowithkids Bennedict Cumberbatch, The Giant Peach, Roald Dahl, Meryl Streep, Chris Hemsworth, Benedict, Activities For Kids, Magical

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Magical reading of James and The Giant Peach by Meryl Streep, Benedict Cumberbatch, Chris Hemsworth and more. #covidkidactivities #parentingprivatetime #whattodowithkids

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When there are no “big” issues, you just want realistic teaching words that mindfully enforce your rules, look no further. www.proactiveparenting.net #mindfulbooksforfamilies #teachingfromhome ##connectedparentingcoach Teaching Life Skills, Spank Me, Dig Deep, Empathy, Compassion, Rules, Parents, Lesson

Teaching Life Skills

When there are no “big” issues, you just want realistic teaching words that mindfully enforce your rules, look no further. www.proactiveparenting.net #mindfulbooksforfamilies #teachingfromhome ##connectedparentingcoach

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