Discipline

The Smart Side of Discipline: Guiding Behavior Without Punishment

By Siyona Varghese Discipline often brings to mind images of time-outs, scolding, or consequences. But at its heart, discipline simply means “to teach.” When we shift from punishing mistakes to teaching better choices, we unlock a smarter, more compassionate way of helping children grow. Guiding behavior without punishment builds trust, self-awareness, and lifelong skills — […]

Encouraging Independence While Teaching Discipline: A Parent’s Guide for 4-Year-Olds

By Siyona Varghese Raising a 4-year-old is a delicate balance between fostering independence and instilling discipline. At this age, children are eager to explore, assert their opinions, and take on new responsibilities, yet they still need guidance to understand boundaries and appropriate behavior. By using positive reinforcement, setting clear expectations, and allowing safe choices, parents […]

Positive Discipline Strategies for 8-Year-Olds

By Jennifer Daniel Disciplining an 8-year-old can be a challenging yet rewarding task. At this age, children are developing a stronger sense of independence and identity, which often leads to testing boundaries. Positive discipline is an approach that emphasizes teaching and guiding children rather than punishing them. It focuses on fostering self-discipline, responsibility, and problem-solving […]

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10 ways to deal with adamant kids

 – By Dr. Jetson Satya Gospel It is quite natural and normal for a child to be adamant however, this doesn’t make the parent’s hardships any less. It can be quite difficult to convince the kid to do something as simple as sleep, take a bath or eat which finally leads to a disagreement. Maintaining […]