Mindfulness is simply providing non-judgemental attention to the situation. In other words, a way to parent in the moment so you are not parenting out of fear of what is to come from your children's behaviors. Mindfulness is a skill that has to be learned. It takes practice and patience just like learning to read or learning math. Dr Long will give you tips that you can use to attain this crucial skill. Enjoy!

This episode breaks down parenting behaviors, skill deficit recognition, and provides examples to help you identify ways to parent these behaviors more effectively. However, it all hinges on giving your child the attention necessary to identify these issues and behaviors.