Parenting without the Power Struggles by Foster Cline

Author:Foster Cline
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: The Navigators

Tip #1:

What We Say Is Not Always What Kids Hear

Kids are quick to understand the underlying messages we give, whether they come through words or actions. Each of the following examples carries both an overt and a covert meaning:

“Isabella, I’ll let you decide that for yourself.”

OVERT MESSAGE: “You can decide.”

COVERT MESSAGE: “You are capable.”

“Trevor, I’ll give you one more chance, but you better shape up.”

OVERT MESSAGE: “Things better improve.”

COVERT MESSAGE: “You can’t handle it. I have to provide another chance.”

“Don’t go out without your coat, Tessa.”

OVERT MESSAGE: A simple reminder.

COVERT MESSAGE: “You’re not capable of thinking for yourself.”

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