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Unfortunately No One Has Ever Been Punished Into Learning a New Skill

Unfortunately No One Has Ever Been Punished Into Learning a New Skill

Is havoc happening at home? Are you at a loss when it comes to your neurodivergent kid’s intense behaviors?

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Kate Lynch
Feb 21, 2023
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We can’t let our kids get away with it… or CAN we?

Here’s a mindfulness practice and a parenting script to help you stop walking on eggshells and start leading by example. Join us for Unstuck & Understood: How to use connection to motivate your neurodivergent kid. Don’t miss the invite below!

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Sure, behavior is communication, but if your kid is saying something inappropriate, or acting rude, something must be done, right? We can’t just let them get away with bad behavior, can we?

What if they throw food in disgust? What if they scream “Get out of my room! I hate you!” What if they hit or kick? What if they lie to you? What if they simply refuse to put on their coat?

What do we DO about it?

For me, this is the hardest, most uncomfortable time to be a mindful parent, because I really itch to reach for the simplicity of consequences.

“How will my kid learn if I don’…

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