Discipline: A Perspective Shift
The word discipline more often than not has a negative feeling to it. A child misbehaving in the store needs to be disciplined. Schools have discipline plans. Adults expect children to be disciplined. You may think of discipline in terms of “obey,” “control,” “regulation,” or “authority.” While those words are in one definition of discipline - I think of Positive Discipline using the other definition of discipline - “a branch of knowledge usually in higher education.” Thinking of Positive Discipline in terms of gaining more knowledge changes the whole perspective of discipline. As a parent - would you rather your children to need discipline or to have discipline??
Building Strong Family Bonds
Positive Discipline goes beyond simply addressing misbehavior; it’s about fostering a deep connection with your child. At its core, Positive Discipline is based on the belief that children are inherently capable of making good decisions and learning from their mistakes when guided with respect and encouragement. This approach focuses on strengthening the bond between parent(s) and child(ren), laying the foundation for a trusting relationship and open communication that will endure throughout your child’s life.
By focusing on building strong, respectful relationships rather than merely correcting behavior, Positive Discipline helps create an environment where children feel valued and understood.
A Foundation for Life
The principles of Positive Discipline aren’t just for handling day-to-day parenting challenges—they’re life skills that your child will carry with them into adulthood. From fostering independence to building character, the lessons learned through Positive Discipline equip children with the tools they need to navigate challenges, build healthy relationships, and grow into responsible, compassionate adults. It’s about more than just managing behavior —it’s about nurturing a strong, loving relationship with your child that will last a lifetime.
Read, Research & Reach Out
I encourage you to explore Positive Discipline as part of your parenting journey. There are a variety of books written in the Positive Discipline Series as well as lots to say on the internet and pinterest but best of all reach out - I am a certified Parent Trainer for Positive Discipline along with mom of 4 and teach of 20+ years.
Positive Discipline Fall Series - Oct. 1, 8, 15, 22
This in person class will meet in Covington Tuesday evenings in the month of October from 6:00-8:00. This is not only a great way to learn strategies and gain a deeper understanding of positive discipline, you also meet other local parents too.
Positive Discipline Parenting 1:1 Sessions
These 1:1 sessions are great for parents who can’t make the fall series dates or who want a more specific plan. These sessions can be zoom or in-person. Dates and times vary weekly and can be adjusted to meet needs.
