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How to Raise a Bully…and a Bully’s Victim
There’s some new research out there confirming what we’ve strongly suspected for awhile: Strict, authoritarian parenting, using psychological intimidation to…
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Obedience is Overrated
There is a natural tendency for kids to “cut their teeth” on us by trying out harsh emotions and pushing against us on seemingly small matters. This shouldn’t surprise us; in fact, we should…
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Obedience
I hate quotes like this one. Not only is it historically inaccurate, it is remarkably immature in its all-or-nothing mentality. The reason I include it here is because, unfortunately, this quote is reflective of some very common sentiments of some very well-meaning parenting experts. Well-meaning, but damaging.
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The Not-so-Good Old Days
“There was a time when we expected nothing of our children but obedience, as opposed to the present, when we expect everything of them but obedience.” (Anatole Broyard) The quote above is sure to incite a response. From some it may bring applause and cheers. From others groans and rolled eyes. First, you should know […]
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Obedience is Overrated
“Parents are the bones on which children sharpen their teeth.” (Peter Ustinov) There is a natural tendency for kids to “cut their teeth” with us by trying out emotions and pushing against us on seemingly small matters. This shouldn’t surprise us; in fact, we should be hoping that they do. We want to raise strong, […]