Focus on improving your child's behavior, not changing their personality from "summary" of Have a New Kid by Friday by Dr. Kevin Leman
When it comes to parenting, it's easy to get caught up in trying to mold your child's personality to fit your ideal image. But here's the thing: your child's personality is already who they are at their core. It's a unique combination of genetics, environment, and life experiences that make them who they are. And trying to change that is like trying to fit a square peg into a round hole - it just won't work. But here's the good news: you don't have to change your child's personality to see improvements in their behavior. In fact, focusing on changing their behavior can actually have a more positive impact on their overall development. When you focus on improving your child's behavior, you're helping them learn important skills like self-control, responsibility, and empathy. These are the building blocks of a healthy, well-adjusted adult. So how do you go about improving your child's behavior without trying to change who they are as a person? It all starts with setting clear expectations and boundaries....
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