tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8392034857491788011.post8903745539831575263..comments2023-10-11T07:39:33.769-05:00Comments on This is Worthwhile: I think we're "there"Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8392034857491788011.post-64607711382378426892009-04-07T22:43:00.000-05:002009-04-07T22:43:00.000-05:00I have a hard time ignoring completely. I have fo...I have a hard time ignoring completely. I have found it to be beneficial to tell them that you understand that it is frustrating that they can't do ____; but they can't. (a little empathy goes a long way) Then I try to say something like, "When you get it all out or are ready, I'll be over here." And then I "ignore." (you know, completely listening and making sure they aren't hurting themselves while pretending to ignore them...) ;)<BR/><BR/>The main thing is to keep your own emotions in check (almost flat-lined and factual)where they can tell that it has been decided and no amount of crying/temper tantrum throwing is going to change the outcome. I learned a lot through a program called "Parenting With Love & Logic." by Foster Cline. LOTS of great basic principles and ideas for parenting at varying stages of growth. <BR/><BR/>Just when you master this phase another different one will begin...but it IS worthwhile. (love your blog title!)<BR/><BR/>Thank you for your comments on my blog yesterday!Shandahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16800875348050052144noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8392034857491788011.post-6419815151049481852009-04-07T20:39:00.000-05:002009-04-07T20:39:00.000-05:00Frustration notwithstanding, I don't see how you c...Frustration notwithstanding, I don't see how you couldn't help but laugh at times -- especially to a scene like the last pic. It's all. so. tragic. And yet...not.<BR/><BR/>Signed,<BR/>Your childless pal with nothing helpful or empathic to offer.KrissyGo!https://www.blogger.com/profile/10203111892322949643noreply@blogger.com