Why do kids push back, resist, or seem downright defiant when we try to get them to obey? In this episode, we explore the concept of counterwill—the instinctive resistance to being controlled—and how it plays a critical role in your child's development, autonomy, and attachment.

You’ll learn:

• Why coercion and manipulation often backfire in parenting
• How healthy attachment creates true influence
• What to do when your child resists—even over simple things
• The difference between power and leverage
• Practical ways to gain your child’s attention, respect, and cooperation without bribes, punishments, or power struggles

If you’ve ever felt stuck in a cycle of conflict, this episode will help you shift from control to connection—and rediscover the real power of relationship-based parenting.

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