Parenting Matters Now with Dr. Roger Smith

Sometimes it is hard to get children to do what they need to do, like pick up their toys. Find pleasant ways to give instructions or corrections. Think about the habits or systems that you use to get things you need to get done yourself, what kind of reminders or ways to you use?
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Which do your children here you say more? Yes or no? As a parent is can be our job to say no to our children, but I'd also challenge you to find ways that you can say yes. Think about how can you be more positive to get the same result by saying yes instead of no? Often times that means using the "Yes, but..." method. 
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As you are teaching your children values or virtues, talk about patience. Look for ways where they can be more patient. We all can find ways for all of us to be more patient.
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Is there a place for alcohol in the home? No matter how you answer that there are some things to address in regard to children and alcohol. Discuss with your children why and how alcohol is an adult beverage. Communication is key!
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Are contentment and self-control desirable qualities? I think most people would say, "Yes!" We should help our children develop these qualities by giving them opportunites to practice contentment and self-control. It won't always be easy, but it is important!
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Do not lose heart in the journey of parenting! Parenting is like gardening. It takes time and patience to have a fruitful garden. Have patience and joy in the journey, and keep sowing those seeds!
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Do you feel helpless with your children? Remember that life comes in waves. There will be tough times with your children, but during these tough times I challenge you to find resources to give you the motivation and hope and that you can have a restored ability to influence your children!
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When emotion is high, communication is low! A huge part of controlling our emotions is controlling our communication, and often times emotions can flare up because of a miscommunication or lack of communication. Make sure to set clear expectations with your kids!
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How do you handle it when your child does something foolish? Of course, our children will do something foolish, but how do you react to it? Do you respond to it with anger, frustration? or patience?
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We use practice sometimes to overcome the fear of a situation, or to overcome incompetence, or sometimes to calm our anxiety. The more we practice the more we commit that act to becoming a permanent part of us, so be careful what you practice!
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