Comments on: Teaching Your Child to Respectfully Disagree https://imperfectfamilies.com/teaching-your-child-to-respectfully-disagree/ Parent Coach for Imperfect Families Sat, 04 Jun 2016 16:23:53 +0000 hourly 1 By: Leah https://imperfectfamilies.com/teaching-your-child-to-respectfully-disagree/#comment-22354 Sat, 04 Jun 2016 16:23:53 +0000 http://imperfectfamilies.com/?p=617#comment-22354 This is important advice for married couples to use, as well.

]]> By: Shannon https://imperfectfamilies.com/teaching-your-child-to-respectfully-disagree/#comment-21323 Tue, 17 May 2016 20:24:18 +0000 http://imperfectfamilies.com/?p=617#comment-21323 I have often heard that parents feel like taking such a stance undermines their authority. It is just not true. It is so valuable to model appropriate means of disagreeing and to convey the message that you have taken the time to listen and really hear them.

]]> By: The Absolute Best Way to Respond when Your Child's Acting Out - Imperfect Families https://imperfectfamilies.com/teaching-your-child-to-respectfully-disagree/#comment-18142 Thu, 12 Nov 2015 21:57:35 +0000 http://imperfectfamilies.com/?p=617#comment-18142 […] is setting clear, consistent and fair limits. Part of being in a family means that you will disagree, misunderstand and have […]

]]> By: The Parenting Advice No One Wants to Hear - Imperfect Families https://imperfectfamilies.com/teaching-your-child-to-respectfully-disagree/#comment-13452 Mon, 29 Jun 2015 10:35:53 +0000 http://imperfectfamilies.com/?p=617#comment-13452 […] actually have to stick with our children as they learn to manage frustrations, struggle with friendships, prioritize homework, and become responsible with their […]

]]> By: Nicole Schwarz, MA, LMFT https://imperfectfamilies.com/teaching-your-child-to-respectfully-disagree/#comment-6094 Wed, 09 Jul 2014 00:26:36 +0000 http://imperfectfamilies.com/?p=617#comment-6094 In reply to Amy Maricle.

Hi Amy,
I’m sure this doesn’t come naturally to a lot of parents, but think of how it looks to the child…”wow, my dad really listened to my point of view!”
I love your reminder about parents being learners as well.
Nicole

]]> By: Nicole Schwarz, MA, LMFT https://imperfectfamilies.com/teaching-your-child-to-respectfully-disagree/#comment-6093 Wed, 09 Jul 2014 00:24:15 +0000 http://imperfectfamilies.com/?p=617#comment-6093 In reply to Jodi Hickenlooper.

You’re right, there are a lot of frustrated parents out there that want this skill to come naturally. I’m so thankful that you’re working with them to help them understand how to teach the skill (and be patient while their child practices!).
Nicole

]]> By: Jodi Hickenlooper https://imperfectfamilies.com/teaching-your-child-to-respectfully-disagree/#comment-5933 Sat, 05 Jul 2014 15:46:58 +0000 http://imperfectfamilies.com/?p=617#comment-5933 Hi Nicole! I love how you point out that the ability to Respectfully Disagree does not come naturally to children and is a skill that needs to be taught. I hear complaints from frustrated parents and teens on a regular basis about the way they argue and disagree . Thank you for breaking this skill down into understandable pieces!

]]> By: Amy Maricle https://imperfectfamilies.com/teaching-your-child-to-respectfully-disagree/#comment-5845 Wed, 02 Jul 2014 21:03:04 +0000 http://imperfectfamilies.com/?p=617#comment-5845 HI Nicole:

I really appreciate your suggestion that it’s okay to sometimes listen to what your child is saying and change a rule based on that. I think we often feel so much pressure to be “right” or have all the answers, when really it’s about guiding and teaching them, and like any good teacher, we have to remember to keep an attitude of learning as well.
Thanks for your insights!
Amy

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