03.13.2024 - By Michelle Kenney, M. Ed
As parents, we often struggle to balance enforcing rules and maintaining a deep, meaningful connection with our children. It's natural to believe that strict guidelines are necessary for shaping our kids' behavior. However, we may unintentionally undermine the very trust and bond we seek to build with them.
I understand how challenging it can be to navigate the complexities of rule-based parenting. Let's explore the underlying motivations driving our rule obsession and how we can cultivate genuine connections with our children. Doing so can foster organic cooperation and instill moral values more effectively than rule enforcement ever could.
In this Episode:Rule obsession versus genuine connection.Organic cooperation fosters moral values.Impact of empathy and mutual respect.Breaking free from rule enforcement cycles.Prioritizing relationships over rigid guidelines.