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Ask Katherine: Are the 3 Rs Inevitable?
Dear Katherine, You talk about eliminating the 3 Rs (resistance, rebellion, retaliation) through conscious parenting. But don’t you think the 3 Rs are inevitable? Why is overcoming them so crucial, and is it even possible to put an end to them completely? Sincerely, It Feels Impossible Hey there, It Feels Impossible! I love this question.…
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Ask Katherine: My Daughter Is Spoiled
How Not To Raise A Spoiled Brat? Are You Raising a Spoiled Child? Tips for helping them grow up to be healthy, generous, and loving in turn.
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Dear Katherine: My Son Shuts Down After School
Dear Katherine, When I pick my son up from school, he seems to shut down completely. I ask him about his day, and he gives me one-word answers or responds, “I don’t know,” to my questions. He’s definitely prone to anxiety, but I’m worried about how down he seems when he gets home. How can…
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Dear Katherine: My Kids Love Video Games—Should I Be Concerned?
Dear Katherine, My kids love playing video games. They seem to take genuine pleasure in this activity, and while they’re occupied, I have a chance to do household chores and enjoy a little time to myself. I know there are better hobbies out there—but if they like gaming and it gives me a bit of space,…
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Dear Katherine: Did I Go Too Far Trying to Meet My Son’s Needs?
Dear Katherine, My 5-year-old LOVES sleeping with Mom and Dad at night. When we aren’t together, he says things like, “I’m so alone in this house,” which breaks my heart. When he began coming into our room at night, we tried to send him back to bed. But eventually, I recognized that he has an…
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