16. The #1 Mistake to Avoid When Your Kid Lies or Steals

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Have you ever caught your child stealing or lying?

You likely felt super embarrassed and wondered, "Why on earth would my child do this?!"
Let me tell you, it is very normal to feel embarassed and confused...
AND it's very normal for kids to test out this type of behavior.

When you jump in with lectures or advice, you might actually be making the situation worse, not better.
This episode will teach you the KEY parenting mistake to avoid in these moments, and will spell out the 3 reasons that mistake is so ineffective.
By the time you are done listening, you will know:

Why "Neck-up" parenting doesn't work.
How the young child's brain is best taught to NOT lie and steal.
Tangible steps to use the next time your child lies or steals.

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