Today I'm getting into a topic that I hear about constantly from parents - lying. Is lying normal? What does it mean? And most importantly, what do we actually do about it?
There are a bunch of reasons that kids lie. When you understand why it's happening, it becomes much easier for you to respond in a calm way - without getting really angry, blowing up, shutting them down, or criticizing.
You'll Learn:
- Why kids lie (and yes, it's totally normal)
- What to do when your kid lies (with lots of scripts and examples)
- How to combine compassion and consequences
- 5 ways to encourage honesty in your family
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Related Episodes:
- Episode 2.15: 3 Essential Beliefs Kids for Emotional Health
- Episode 2.16: The Connection Tool
- Episode 2.20: Preventing Meltdowns | Teaching Kids Self Control Long-Term (How to have a coaching conversation)
Free Resources:
Get your copy of the Stop Yelling Toolkit!
In this free guide you’ll discover:
✨ A simple tool to stop yelling once you’ve started (This one thing will get you calm.)
✨ 40 things to do instead of yelling. (You only need to pick one!)
✨ Exactly why you yell. (And how to stop yourself from starting.)
✨A script to say to your kids when you yell. (So they don't follow you around!)
Download the Stop Yelling Toolkit here
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