Does what you are doing with your child teach valuable social and life skills for good character?

There are four criteria for effective Positive Discipline:

1.  Is it kind  and firm at the same time?

2.  Does it help children feel a sense of belonging and significance?

3.  Is it effective long-term?

4.  Does it teach valuable social and life skills for good character?

This week, we'll look at the fourth criteria.

Does it teach valuable social and life skills for good character?

What is it that you really want for your children?  Responsibility? Self-control? Respect of self and others? Honesty? Patience? Problem-solving skills? Acceptance of self and others? Compassion? Cooperation? Sense of humor?

Yes, all of the above, plus more!

When children are actively involved in the Positive Discipline model of mutual respect, cooperation, and focusing on solutions, they develop these social and life skills.

If you would like to learn more about the Positive Discipline model, and effective parenting methods using respect, firmness, and love through positive family connection, check out our upcoming class schedule at www.positivedisciplinewesternct.org. 

Positive Discipline of Western CT promotes and encourages the development of life skills and respectful relationships in families, schools, and businesses in our local communities. We will provide classes to parents, caregivers, educators, and youth development workers, teaching how to raise a child using Positive Discipline skills.