The child first learns respect when adults respect his/her space and boundaries.
What is Discipline? Discipline is the process of preparing the individual to live in harmony with himself and his environment through the habits acquired by him. With discipline, the child learns to take responsibility and obey the rules, and 'moral development', which is internal control, is achieved. Internal control can only be achieved through a discipline based on love, not by external force.
What are the Principles of Discipline?
Determination: Be firm about what you want the child to do. Be careful not to argue, give the reason for what he wants and wait for him to do what you want. Requests presented to the child in a determined tone are usually listened to, but the child learns this over time.
Certainty: Be firm about the rules you set: "Dear child, if I said no, ,it won't happen'' .
Continuity: Never forget that an important principle in discipline is continuity:''I said no on the same subject. Your insistence like this is unnecessary.''
Calmness: Keep your cool in crisis situations: ''My ears feel very uncomfortable when you scream. If you want, continue crying in the other room.''
Reward: After a successful action, do not neglect a praise or a kiss as a social reward when necessary: 'Well done son( You deserve a kiss.''
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