Simplifying Discipline Step 2

As parents we often feel overwhelmed. There is just so much going on. Alot of us work inside and outside the home we have more than just 1 child who wants our constant attention and we often have wonderfull husbands who just love to share all the parenting duties with us (ok that part was a joke:) To continue on with the Parenting is Heart Work segment we are working on, Step two is vital in the process. First lets review step 1. Step 1 for the parent is to Get Close To Your Child. When giving instructions to your child if you simply yell to them from the computer (which I myself am guilty of) or yell them throught the house you are not getting to your child. You are simply yelling into empty air space and this is creating a tension for both you and your child. You are tense and upset that they did not follow your instruction and your child is upset because the standards were not set clearly enough by us the parent.
Step 1 for your child is to Learn To Come When Called. Your child must learn that when you call for him he must come to you so you are able to deliver the instruction.
Now to move on to Step 2: For the parent we need to Consider The timing. Observe what is going on in your home. Are you and your husband fighting and you simply yell to your child to do something? Are you angry with something that has absolutely nothing to do with your child? Is your child in depth with another activity that any instruction at this time may not really get through? Step back take a breath and observe your current situation. Take 5 minutes and breathe.
Step 2 For your child is to come ready to receive instruction. After you have take your breathes and are ready to give instruction call for your child. If need be give them a 3 minute warning in order to transition from activity to instruction. When your child comes to you , you need to be ready to give instruction and he needs to be ready to receive instruction. Parenting is a two way street. You both must be willing to work together to make life easier! Find out what works best for you and your child. It does not matter how you work the ateps as long as you work them and in order. I am only speaking from experience! Mamma of 9 here Im out!