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The philosophy, strategies and tools of Positive Discipline help grow the life skills and characteristics we all want in our children.  As we adults shift how we are with our children, the responses we get will shift.  I began making this shift a year ago, and it is amazing how much better all of my relationships are...not just with my children!  And, I thought I had great connections before!  

From California to Connecticut, China to Iceland, France to Mexico, when people are asked what children are like now, and what we hope children will be like in the future, we get very similar lists.

CHILDREN NOW                      CHILDREN FUTURE

CHALLENGES                          CHARACTERISTICS & LIFE SKILLS

Won't listen                                  Belief in personal capability

Back talk                                     Self-discipline

Lack of motivation                      Responsibility (accountability)

Foul language                             Self-confidence/courage 

Interrupting                                  Desire to 

                                                   cooperate/contribute

Homework problems                  Communication skills

Morning hassles                          Problem-solving skills

Bedtime hassles                          Self motivation to learn

Lying                                           Work ethic (employed)

Stealing                                       Honesty

Cheating                                      Sense of humor

Fighting                                       Happy

Biting                                           Healthy self-esteem

Whining                                       Flexible

Temper tantrums                        Resilient

Texting (constantly)                    Curious

Media addiction                           Respect for self and others

Won't do chores                          Compassion

Defiance                                     Social consciousness

Strong willed

Materialistic

Entitled

 We end up building significantly stronger relationships and connections, which help get all of us through the bumpy roads of growing up. 

 Positive Discipline of Western CT inspires and promotes the development of life skills and respectful relationships in families, schools, and businesses in our local communities. We provide classes to parents, caregivers, educators and youth development workers to help strengthen relationships with children, encouraging them to be responsible, resourceful and self-reliant.