Stop Fighting the Behaviour. Start Understanding the Need.
From The CALM Parent - with Katie McKenna · 33:40
Show by Katie McKenna
What if the behaviour you're finding so difficult isn't manipulation, defiance or attention-seeking, but a child trying to get a need met without yet having the skills to do it differently?In this episode of The CALM Parent, we explore the difference between needs and skills, why children struggle with disappointment, flexibility, emotional expression and empathy, and how our own unmet needs can get pulled into the parenting dynamic.You'll learn how to look beyond the behaviour, get curious about what's driving it, and support your child's development without abandoning boundaries or losing yourself in the process.Because when we stop asking, "What's wrong with this behaviour?" and start asking, "What does my child need, and what skill are they still learning?" everything can begin to change.Take The Quiz - What is Your Number? Sign up to The CALM Parent Newsletter
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