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Transcript
(Common Pitfalls to Avoid When Your Child Cooperates - Examples)
(Nonspecific Praise)
Mom: That’s nice!
(Sarcasm)
Daughter: Mom, I got everything you wanted from the store.
Mom: It’s about time! For as long as you took, you could’ve gotten twice as much as I asked for.
(Comparison to Past)
Daughter: Here it is, I worked hard this term.
Dad: Umm, three B’s. Pretty good, but last term you got four.
(Finding Everday Opportunities for Praise - Examples)
(Social Situations)
Son: I’m done! I’m outta here.
Dad: I guess its ok. Wished you take some lessons from your sister. She doesn’t leave a crumb on the floor when she sweeps.
(Being Polite)
Dad: I really appreciate when you get along so well together.
Daughter: Hey Dad, do you have time to help me with my math?
Dad: Absolutely, and thanks for asking so nicely.
(Being Responsible)
Dad: Thank you for getting your chores done before I got home.I really appreciate coming home to a clean kitchen.
Son: Well you told me I had to.
Dad: I know, but I just want you to know that you did a really great job and I’m really proud of you.
(Handling Disappointments, Example 1)
Daughter: Hey Mom, can Jamie spend the night tonight?
Mom: Remember we have a 24 hour rule when it comes to sleepovers. You need to let me know ahead of time. Maybe this weekend!
Daughter: Ok!
Mom: I know your disappointed, but I’m proud of how you’re handling this.
(Handling Disappointments, Example 2)
Dad: Hey, what’s wrong?
Daughter: Nothing.
Dad: Nothing, are you sure?
Daughter: My story didn’t get picked up for the school paper.
Dad: Ohh, I’m so sorry. That must be very disappointing; I know you worked on it for a long time.
Daughter: Yeah, I did. Oh well, maybe next time.
Dad: You know you’re amazing. I’m really proud of how you’re handling this.
(Making Good Choices)
Daughter: And then Jenny said she wanted to cut class and go across the street to the store, and I said no, and just went to class alone.
Dad: Wow! That’s hard saying no to a friend. I am really proud of you.