Discipline That Lasts a Lifetime: The Best Gift You Can Give Your Kids

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Some readers might enjoy his sense of humor, but I found it overused and often annoying. Yet slipped inside were some solid gems of parental wisdom.

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Many were of the reassuring nature, such as just because someone questions your parenting strategy child, grandparent, neighbor, etc. He also makes it a point to highlight normal child development behaviors and responses, which I think are often times wrongly labeled as defiant, obstinate, and troublesome behaviors by a large portion of the adult population. Few kids are going to appreciate the connection between their procrastination at bedtime, thereby "choosing" to get ready for bed 15 minutes earlier the next day.

All but a few of the most laidback meek? Just like any adult regrets going 75 in a 60 mph speed zone once the officer is writing out his ticket. Most of us just keep the long list of descriptive adjectives about our choice to ourselves knowing that if we don't we could face ANOTHER ticket. Kids need practice managing their affect appropriately. Guarendi reminds adults that this is part of their job as caregivers to help children learn those affect management skills. For kids of writing age, Dr. Guarendi is clearly a fan of written consequences.

Disrespectful talks results in a one page essay on what respect looks like or how Mother Theresa embodied respectfulness, etc. Probably one of my favorite ideas from this book was on page where he mentioned his mother saying, "If you have to talk like that, you need a better vocabulary" and so you could suggest they find and define ten words with the letter "z" in the middle or find and define 15 words 3 syllables or more that end in "ion. Another helpful topic was discipline at less than convenient times i.

He provides actual strategies, such as making it clear what the expectations are during the 5 hour car ride regarding fighting, yelling, volume level etc. The consequence doesn't have to be immediate, especially with children in grade school who have started to figure out cause and effect. He does remind parents not to threaten what you won't back up.

If you can't stop the car, then don't say "Knock it off or I'll pull this car over.

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On the phone the author suggests establishing the expectations first, of course, and then any infraction could be handled after the call, if you prefer not to hang up on the caller immediately. Just make sure the expectations and consequences are clear before your next phone call. He reminds parents also to notice when your expectations ARE met, as well, and to point it out to the child and to thank her for making such a respectful choice.

It's valuable to see what questions other parents have and to see actual do this or that tips rather than some vague "kids need discipline" mantra that plenty of other self-proclaimed experts use. By the way, the author has 10 kids of his own, so he's got some first-hand knowledge of parenting, as well.

He got his Masters at Case Western University and his Doctoral Degree is from Kent State University; I think it's always good to know where there training came from or didn't come from as is too often the case! As a side note, there are occasional mentions of God woven throughout the pages for those who might care one way or another. Overall, I'm grateful for the suggestion to have read this book.

While I still prefer authors Chick Moorman and Dr. John Gottman, I do think this book is worth reading, too. Jul 26, Brian rated it it was amazing Shelves: I continue to be a huge fan of Dr. If you are a parent and maybe even if you aren't you should read his books. Feb 21, Renee rated it it was ok. If you are looking for a confirmation on issues you are already experiencing. This book is for you. I was looking for helpful ways to discipline in certain situations. Many situations are listed in this book, but no methods that I was not already aware of I am not disappointed, because the book was written very well with a lightness that puts you at ease.

Discipline That Lasts a Lifetime: The Best Gift You Can Give Your Kids

After reading it you feel like you are not alone. Feb 01, Ryan Norrell rated it liked it. I like to return to this one every few years to remind myself how to disciple and that it is ok, appropriate and loving to do so. The rest is rather repetitious, especially if you listen to his radio show, but repetition is a good master and it helpful to see how he employs the same consequences to multiple different situations. May 10, Raul rated it it was amazing Shelves: Essential parenting guide especially in this day and age. Nov 12, Danae Jacot rated it it was amazing. It is not a magical cure-all book or that disciplining my children is suddenly easy.

What this book did for me was give me encouragement, clarity of mind, and some concrete ideas. Parents, and particularly Age range: Parents, and particularly Christian parents, should focus their discipline to be motivated by what is best for the child, and for the child in the Christian household this means discipline that shapes them to have godly character and loving, respectful, responsible actions.


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Discipline with this motivation is for the benefit of the child, not the convenience of the parent. This child is given the opportunity by the parents to grow up to be a mature, productive, confident, and loving member of society. This makes his advice well-organized for practical application and an easy reference when a specific problem or type of problem is ailing the parent-child relationship.

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For one, I was thirsty for advice. For two, Guarendi is hilarious. He puts in jokes everywhere, many directed at himself specifically and at the parent generally in a gentle manner that allows one to laugh at oneself. Many other jokes are directed the silliness of our children and our interactions with them. His jokes are loving and humbling, not offensive or misplaced.

His book is from beginning to end encouraging. He covers issues related to children of all ages and examines how to handle them at the different stages of childhood. Five out of five stars, Guarendi provides encouragement, confidence, and concrete, practical tips to make any discipline plan doable and effective. Jul 03, Amy rated it really liked it Recommends it for: My husband and I listened to this book on the road to and from a family vacation.

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Remastered digital audio of a live sermon. In this popular book, Dr. Ray focuses directly on discipline, answering over of the most common and most frustrating discipline questions parents ask. Sibling quarrels, bedtime issues, temper tantrums, whining, willfulness, school, tattling: If kids do it and parents face it, this book aims to address it—with a healthy dose of humor and down-to-earth practicality.

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