Let me give you an example. When we were on vacation, we were planning on having family movie night. My son had done something wrong that my husband decided needed a consequence. Although removing the movie night, which was just moments away, would have been the most immediate item, he chose to remove the following morning cartoons. I thought it was brilliant, because if he had taken away movie night, we all would have suffered.
Although delayed, it allowed for a comparable compromise with the same effectiveness. Regret did set in. We did not scratch the whole evening because of that one episode.
When choosing a consequence in disciplining, be creative. Remember to also take into consideration how it will affect you as well.
Parenting tips has been brought to you by Lisa Klipfel, MFT, a child therapist with an office in San Clemente. Future parenting tips will highlight developmental milestones, positive discipline, bonding and so much more. Read more about Lisa here.
Recent Comments