Tag Archives: Defiance

Myth busting 9: Right away, all the way, with a happy heart – or it’s rebellion!

Posted on March 28, 2012 by Claire

Part I: Delayed or grudging obedience is disobedience? Scenario: You are a secretary. Your boss walks in and tells you to go check the company’s postbox because she’s expecting something important. Among the possible responses: You immediately drop everything and … Continue reading →

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Myth Busting 6: “I could see it in her eyes”

Posted on October 28, 2011 by Claire

I’ve heard parents saying this of their very young (less than 2 yo) children. “She knows what she’s doing is wrong. You can see that mischievous look in her eyes. She knows Mummy’s not going to like what she’s about … Continue reading →

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Boundaries revisited; among other things.

Posted on April 11, 2011 by greenegem

 Lately I’ve been wondering where ‘I’ begin. Someone said “Your rights end where mine begin.” But then WHERE is that? It is not a geographic boundary, but it is so definite that it is almost a tangible thing… especially when … Continue reading →

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The Teen

Posted on March 26, 2011 by lucy1903

Audrey is 15.  She just celebrated her birthday and is looking forward to obtaining her driver’s permit.  I can’t believe my *baby* is only three years away from being an adult.  In one way it is “She is only three … Continue reading →

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Dealing With Anger

Posted on March 6, 2011 by Claire

Michelle asked for tips on controlling our tempers. This is an area I struggle in a lot, and I don’t really feel qualified to answer the question, as I fail so often. But I have improved a little over the … Continue reading →

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Myth Busting 3: Backtalk, Consistency and the United Front

Posted on January 21, 2011 by Claire

Dulce de Leche has recently written some posts that fit well in the theme of this ‘Myth Busters’ series. They’re full of great ideas to add to our parenting toolboxes. Here are some snippets: Backtalk This was not a sign … Continue reading →

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Boundaries

Posted on August 18, 2010 by greenegem

I’ve been reading the book Boundaries: When to Say Yes, When to Say No to Take Control of Your Life by Henry Cloud and John Townsend. I love when I read a book and it confirms for me things I … Continue reading →

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My journey toward Grace-based Parenting begins.

Posted on July 9, 2010 by greenegem

My journey toward a peaceful parenting approach began before I ever had any kids. In fact, it probably began before I could even talk, with the first time my Mother smacked my fingers as a baby. As a BABY- You … Continue reading →

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