Most parents would agree that parenting is
possibly the most rewarding and
inspirational journey they've ever
experienced. At the same time, it can also
be the most frustrating and stressful role
they've undertaken in their adult lives.
The majority of parents take their role
seriously and would do anything humanly
possible to ensure that they raise
responsible kids who are capable from within
themselves of meeting life's challenges as
they arise. But we all have days when we
wonder if they will ever manage to achieve
this - and whether we'll survive the stress
of getting them there! So how should
parents go about this daunting task of
raising responsible and resilient children?
How can they appropriately equip their
children to move from total dependence to
independence in a mere 18 years?
Aiming to provide parents with some
practical, hands-on skills, Paula Huggins
will be facilitating "Love & Logic"
workshops based on a best-selling book by
Jim Fay and Foster Cline. The workshops
assist parents to practice a
non-confrontational parenting style and will
explore how to:
· share control by offering choices
· use empathy to bond with your child
· set clear limits avoiding threats and
lectures
· neutralize arguments to avoid power
struggles
· encourage the child's problem-solving
ability
· become a "consultant" parent :
building a positive parent-child
relationship
As a result of using the techniques set out
in the program, research has shown that the
child's self-concept is preserved and
enhanced. They are taught how to own and
solve problems they create or face and share
control and decision-making with their
parents. Ultimately, the combination of
age-appropriate consequences with high
levels of warmth and empathy allow a healthy
parent-child relationship to unfold. This
workshop will hone your parenting skills,
deepen your insights and provide practical
skills for everyday use with children of all
ages. Come to listen, share and develop
your awareness of the most rewarding and
challenging job of our lives!
Facilitator: Paula Huggins,
MSoc.Sc (Counselling)
Dates: April 28,
May 5, 12th, 19th and 26th (series of
five workshops)
Time: 9:30
- 11:30am
Place: 87 Jalan Jambu Ayer
Cost: $225 per person
Email: paula@shinecounselling.com for
registratration details or call 9818 5012.
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