Parenting: The Challenge

Words can be very powerful things and they can carry a lot more weight and impact than we realize, so as parents we need to choose our words carefully. There are words you should never say to your children. The “F” word is not a good one to be throwing around, it’s not a very nice word, nor would it be good for them to hear and use on the playground or at school. “Shut up” os another one that is not appropriate and it’s insensitive. Using “or else” is just an idle threat. Children should know why and should respect what we say without a dangling threat. Yelling and screaming are not a good way to handle a situation, it also does not give them the sense that we are an adult and in control. Try to remain calm when dealing with situation that may be out of control. Don’t lie to your kids, honesty and trust are important in any relationship. You can’t teach your kids this if they catch you in a lie. These things can make a big difference in how your children to learn to respect others.