Do Our Children Have the Right to Say “No” with Guest Sterna

When our child says “no” it can send us into emotional turmoil both because of how we were raised and how society views a child who stands up for themselves. But no doesn’t need to be a dirty word, and our children need to have the space to explore standing up for themselves. If they aren’t allowed to do it at home how can they ever set boundaries as they grow up. What of yes too, if we are insisting on “yes” is that yes we receive authentic or is it coerced somehow and only used as a way to please us?   Sterna is my guest today, she helps us unravel this sticky parenting moment, and gives us her incredible insights into why no is more than just a child being defiant on purpose and ways we can work through the moments when our children use no.   Episode Highlights: Why “No” isn’t always bad Collaboration works better than blind obedience Letting go of complete control Respecting our kids, so they respect us   How can we “shame proof” our parenting? There are ways we can eradicate shame from our everyday interactions with our children. Building in ways to address our children can promote resilience and self-esteem rather than jeopardizing these precious commodities for our children. Nobody wants to shame, but sometimes we need a little help figuring out what else we can do. Click here to download the FREE guide now - https://www.peaceandparentingla.com/shame-opt-in    --   Want to support the Peace and Parenting Podcast by purchasing products through Hand in Hand parenting? Use my affiliate link https://bit.ly/3iUcGqg I highly recommend the: Listening to Children Booklet Set as an essential part of learning Connective Parenting.  Are you ready to change your family dynamic through connective parenting? Work with me ONE on ONE and together we’ll hone in on the sources of discontent and chaos and find solutions that are specific to your family’s needs. It doesn’t matter if you are married or single, if you parent alone or you want to do this with your parenting partner. Sign up HERE https://www.peaceandparentingla.com/one-on-one-course for my one-on-one course today and change your parenting reality! Follow Peace and Parenting Instagram @peaceandparenting Facebook @peaceandparentingla Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Podcasts Our Sponsors: * Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/PEACE Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy