One thing I really like about BCLC is that much of it is about improving yourself as opposed to always trying to change your kids. Another aspect that I’ve come to accept as true for me, is that there are really only two primary emotions – love and fear. So when I get angry becauseContinue reading “I get scared when you yell”
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It’s all about relationships
As I’ve written before, I subscribe to Heather Forbes’ e-newsletter (Heather is the co-author of “Beyond Consequences, Logic, and Control”). In a recent edition, Heather answered the following question: “Could you please explain more about why I should see my child’s issues as ‘regulatory’ instead of ‘behavioral’ and the neuroscience that supports this concept?” Here’sContinue reading “It’s all about relationships”
I’m mad at you, mama
At our house, BE used to rule when it came to tantrums, but recently BC has usurped her. Usually after a tantrum is over, we talk about how hitting, yelling, etc is not ok. I tell him that it’s ok to be mad at me and to tell me so calmly. Recenty, we were atContinue reading “I’m mad at you, mama”
A parenting evolution
I hate to admit it, but I make assumptions about people based on their appearance all the time. A few weeks ago, I made a new acquaintance who is the father to a college-aged son. We were talking about our kids and he asked me if I am a strict parent. Judging by his clothesContinue reading “A parenting evolution”
Shannon Mackie 