Collaborate on problemsolving strategies from "summary" of How to Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk by Adele Faber,Elaine Mazlish
When children face problems, they often feel overwhelmed and unsure of how to proceed. As parents, our first instinct may be to swoop in and offer solutions, believing that we know best. However, this approach can be counterproductive, as it may leave children feeling disempowered and reliant on others to solve their problems for them. Instead, a more effective strategy is to collaborate with children on problemsolving. This involves engaging them in a dialogue where both parties work together to come up with solutions. By doing so, children feel heard and respected, and they are more likely to take ownership of the problem and its resolution. One way to collaborate on problemsolving is to ask open-ended questions that encourage children to think critically about th...
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