Consisent and Balanced Parenting with Sissy Goff and David Thomas

 

 

"too much talk, too much emotion" 

Two consistent mistakes parents make in consistency and balance.

Being a Consistent Parent

Start with a yellow light

Give them a choice....and then accelerate the consequences

• a signal that tells them you better get it under control.

Follow through

Let the consequences (and one liners) do the teaching

Move on and help them to, as well.

Being a Balanced Parent

Balancing support

• Too much support limits growth

• Support through questions

Balancing emotions

• Emotionally charged moments = mistakes 

•  Time outs aren't just for toddlers

Being a Patient Parent

Be aware of time (start 15 minutes earlier)

Be aware of your expectations of your child

• Emotional expectations
• Social expectations

Be aware of your expectations of yourself

Remember that we serve a God who redeems.  All things.  And all mistakes. Even yours.