7 Signs Your Kid Needs More Discipline
Fatherly
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Oct 07, 2022
Unpack the baggage the word “discipline” totes around and there are ideas in
there about punishment and consequence, anger and restraint, personal
responsibility and excellence. What we talk about when we talk about discipline
is, in essence, the expectations and the policing of the expectations we thrust
onto our children, our partners, and ourselves. But discipline matters
enormously to all of us, fundamentally affecting how we see our roles in family
and society. Discipline is about more than just getting kids to listen and obey
— it’s a way for parents to pass their core values on to their kids. Here’s how
you can focus on that a bit more.
PARENTING
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7 Signs Your Kid Needs More Discipline
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Is your child running the show? Here's what to do.
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3 Common Child Behavioral Issues, And How To Address Them
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They can’t stand to hear the word, “no.” To get around this issue, use other
one-word responses. Instead of saying what you don’t want in one word, use a
single word to say what you do want. “Jacket!” “Bath!” “Teeth!”
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They do hurtful things without feeling guilty. Whenever your child has a hard
time empathizing, make the impacts of their actions on others’ emotions evident.
Talk to them about how others feel, and give them the opportunity to see things
from others’ point of view.
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They blame others for their misdeeds. Most parents are familiar with the
following words: “It’s not my fault.” It’s impossible to discipline a child
based on actions that they don’t take responsibility for — so instead of blaming
them, teach your child to take accountability for their choices, good and bad.
FURTHER READING The 11 Long-Term Benefits Of Discipline For Kids
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Punishment For Kids Who Don’t Respond To Punishment
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Zero Discipline Parenting Methods For Parents Tired Of Time-Outs
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VALUE PROPOSITION
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8 Family Values All Parents Should Incorporate, According to Child Development
Experts
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Family values should guide you, your partner, and your kids toward the kind of
people you want to be and, ultimately, the kind of life you want to live.
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TIME IS ON YOUR SIDE
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20 Time-Saving Tips For Extremely Busy Dads
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These tips will improve efficiency and create more opportunities to be a
present and engaged dad.
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A Little Time Management Goes A Long Way
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Start Your Morning Routine the Night Before: If the morning is just too
squeezed, consider what can be done the night before. Outfit selection,
breakfast prep, and getting the kids’ backpacks organized are all great
candidates for the evening hours.
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Work Out Faster and Smarter: Bodies love efficiency. Superset workouts get the
sweat spilling and the blood flowing. But they do it in a condensed period of
time. They’re a butt-kicking that’s totally worth it.
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Include the Kids in Activities: Working in the garden, getting exercise while
walking or biking, and cooking are all great activities to include the kids in.
They don’t all have to be fun, productive, and educational. But ticking off at
least one or two of those boxes provides an opportunity for quality time.
FURTHER READING What Working Parents Can Do To Feel More In Control
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How To Successfully Shift From “Work Mode” To “Family Mode”
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Timeboxing Is The Time Management Tactic All Parents Need To Know
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HELLO, FRIEND
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How To Help A Child Make New Friends
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Kindergarten friendships aren’t something to be shrugged off. Instead, they’re
crucial experiences in a child’s development.
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HEY, THANKS!
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25 Small, Nice Things To Do For Family Who Helps With Childcare
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If you’re lucky enough to have family members available to watch your kids,
here are a few ways to let them know how much their help matters.
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