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“Homework agreement” technique

As a rule, we prefer prepared, tested solutions, and avoid using new ones. This gives clear, expected results, which is why this model of adult behavior is understandable and comfortable.

After all, why should we, on the one hand, complicate our lives looking for an answer if we can ask someone and get a response. On the other hand, it is a sort of guarantee of a definite result.

However, you should not try to make your life and your children’s lives completely easier by giving them with ready solutions from morning till evening.

“Where’s the food?” – “In the fridge.”

“Mom, what should I wear?” – “Put on your blue pants and the polka-dot shirt.”

“Mom, I’m thirsty.” – “Here’s some water.”

“I can’t solve this problem.” – “Here, like this…”

And so on, giving your children an immediate solution. This is the first step, the second, the third…