Simple Key to Dissolving Parent-Child Power Struggles
April 8, 2009 by Tricia · Leave a Comment
by Nicole MacKenzie
Who is really “in-charge” in today’s family? Do kids have too much power? Many parents today’s are overwhelmed when it comes to parenting. They find themselves constantly explaining, arguing and negotiating with their children. Parenting becomes frustrating and not much fun. The “quality time” is often spent in a power-struggle.
Parents know they don’t want to raise their children in an authoritarian, diminishing, character-crushing style. Yet, the “laissez faire” approach doesn’t work either –- it results in spoiled self-centered kids. The more kids get to “run the show”, the harder it actually is for them to be happy and satisfied. The harder it is for them to grow up to be productive responsible adults.
Is there a middle ground? A way that works for both the parent and child? Yes, happily there is. But to understand how to effectively balance freedom and discipline requires a look at the roots of kids’ power struggles.
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