Stop arguing with your kids how to win the battle of wills by making your children feel heard

Synopsis

"Whether arguing takes the form of whining, heel-dragging, or embarrassing tantrums, what's a beleaguered parent to do?" "Trusted family therapist and bestselling author Dr. Michael P. Nichols has an answer that might surprise you. Using the simple, easy-to-follow, yet remarkably effective approach he's developed over 30 years of working with parents and children, you can learn to put an end to arguments by refusing to argue back." "It's called responsive listening, and it means separating decision making from hearing what your children have to say. In five clear-cut steps, Dr. Nichols shows how you can stick to your guns about extra ice cream, coed sleepovers, or skating without a helmet without shooting down the ideas and feelings behind the demands. With the techniques of responsive listening, you can stop arguments in their tracks, get kids to open up, and demonstrate that you value their point of view - without getting caught up in a power struggle." "Testing the limits is a natural part of growing up - but patenting dosen't have to be a battle-ground. You can cut down on arguments with your kids and the damage they do. You can gain more authority as a parent and build your children's trust and respect at the same time. This indispensable book shows how."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved