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Positive Reinforcement Parenting

Positive reinforcement parenting is a way of parenting where you actively work to focus on your child's good behavior rather than constantly focusing on the wrong things your child is doing.



It doesn't mean being unrealistic and telling Johnny he's wonderful at everything he does. But it does mean that when Johnny takes his plate to the sink when he's not asked to, or when he is kind to his sister, you comment on that specific behavior and praise him for it. Positive parenting means focusing on the positive rather than the negative.

Rewards Work

Positive reinforcement parenting merely recognizes the fact that we all perform better when we get a little encouragement from time to time. That raise you got at work will motivate you to work harder far better than a boss who is constantly criticizing you, right? Children are much the same way.

I can remember being proud of the fact that I was a good kid. I suspect my mother's encouragement had a lot to do with this. This pleasure at being good carried over into my teen years, and while I still made mistakes, I always tried to do the right thing.

How to Become a Positive Parent

Teach your children that good behavior will lead to positive benefits. There are a number of ways to do this, including using a parenting program that allows children to earn tickets for demonstrating good behaviors and positive values.

Learn to modify your child's behavior by watching your language. By stating commands in the positive rather than the negative, you can teach your children in subtle, yet powerful ways.

You can practice better discipline methods by teaching your children that it is their behavior, rather than your anger, that has both positive and negative outcomes, eliminating your anger and frustration in the process.

Peace at Home

There are excellent programs out there to help you with this goal. The important thing is to take a positive step toward positive reinforcement parenting. Your home will become more harmonious, and you'll all be happier and live in a more peaceful environment.

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