Your Parenting Long Game

Episode 373: When a Child Blames Others (Even When They Were Wrong)


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Many of our kids, when they do something wrong, will immediately point the finger: "He started it" or "It wasn't my fault." In those moments, it can easily look like they're being selfish or refusing to own their behavior. But what appears to be deflection is often driven by something different happening underneath the surface.

In this episode, you'll hear:

• What blaming is actually a sign of • How trying to correct this behavior can unintentionally chip away at a child's belief in themselves • Why helping children build tolerance for uncomfortable feelings allows them to take responsibility more naturally

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