Do children knowingly misbehave and manipulate parents?

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Do you ever wonder if your kids plot, plan or simply know how to get their way? I’ve heard many parents say that their children know exactly how to manipulate them to get what they want and that it’s both young children and teens who knowingly and consciously misbehave and choose not to do the right things.

If you’re wondering if your little angel could really be that clever find out what brain science has to say on this topic as I interview my fabulous guest Dawson Church PhD.

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Effective parenting: don’t worry about what others think and focus on what your child needs!

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Effective parenting: don’t worry about what others think and focus on what your child needs!

Be honest – how many times have you focused on what the neighbour, some stranger or a family member thinks about your child and about your parenting? Learn why this causes you to stress, makes you a less effective parent…and get great parenting tips and positive parenting advice.

Have you found at times that despite you not wanting too – you sometimes parent the same way your parents and grandparents parented you? In this interview, we’ll explore how parenting has changed by looking at the things your parents & grandparents said about raising kids.

  • big boys don't cry,
  • Be quiet – what will the neighbours think or what will the neighbours say
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Dr Rosina talks at Soul Sessions - Part 1

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As parents, our role is to love, protect and to help our children prepare for life. The research shows that teaching children life skills is the key to helping them have a happy, successful and fulfilling life. For example, if your child is a good communicator, they’ll be able to make friends easily. If your child has good self-esteem, they’re more likely to go for their dreams and are less likely to succumb to negative peer pressure.