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Strengthening Parent-Child Relationships After Conflict

 Parent-Child Relationships

The picture I posted is one of my mother and I a few years before her descent into Alzheimer’s Disease put her beyond my reach. She taught me so much about strengthening her parent-child relationships. Even in the midst of conflict, her love and respect bolstered our relationship.  I will always treasure this gift.

By the time you read this blog, Thanksgiving will be over and the Christmas/New Year Holiday will be coming up soon. Hopefully, your Thanksgiving experience was a positive one. [Read more…]

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Teachable Moments from Conflict

Teachable Moments from Conflict

 

The election and its aftermath have showcased the anger and bitterness that come from conflict. The deep divide is everywhere. How can conflict be a teachable moment?

We have to process our own feelings. While some people will be happy, others will be very disappointed. Nonetheless, we must respect the feelings of others. Unless we find common ground, we won’t be able to move forward.  Also, remember we have an opportunity to show our children how to continue after a disappointment. [Read more…]

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Manage Conflict in the Moment: Stay Calm

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How do you manage conflict when you are in the middle of a power struggle with your child?

  • You are out grocery shopping with your three year old who starts crying for the candy strategically located at the check-out line.
  • Your teenager has just passed the driving test and wants the keys to the car but you need your car.
  • Your middle-schooler has broken curfew and not contacted you. What do you do?

Once the struggle has begun, how can you change direction? The first thing you have to do is calm down. Second, help your child to calm down. Third, move on. Here are some strategies for doing this. [Read more…]

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Managing Conflict between Parents and Children

Managing Conflict between Parents and Children

To Manage Conflict Situations:child-785713_1920

  1. Prevention
  2. Staying Calm
  3. Finding Long Term Solutions

This month my blogs will address all three aspects of managing conflict between parents and children. Let’s partner together to focus on the positives and your love for your children. [Read more…]

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