Comments on: How to Encourage Good Attitudes in Your Kids

By: Sara Dennis

Sara Dennis — Mon, 23 Nov 2015 23:07:13 +0000

In reply to Alison. It is so hard not the let kids emotions ruin your day, especially as they hit the mood swings of puberty. Sometimes I just start a silly song and dance. The preschoolers immediately cheer up, while the teens enjoy rolling their eyes at their crazy mom. Everyone ends up happier after a silly song and dance though. :-)

By: Alison

Alison — Tue, 17 Nov 2015 18:58:00 +0000

“As a parent and homeschool teacher, your job is to remain unaffected by their mood. Don’t let their grumping ruin your day. Don’t let the mood swings send you off the deep end.”

This is my biggest struggle! I have a hard time dealing with all the negative emotions expressed by my kiddos without responding in kind!

By: Amy

Amy — Tue, 10 Nov 2015 01:28:04 +0000

In reply to Tonia. I agree! I have a hard time bouncing back from dealing with a child that has a bad attitude. Thanks for the tips today, Sara!

By: Sara Dennis

Sara Dennis — Mon, 02 Nov 2015 13:58:23 +0000

In reply to Julie. My kids actually requested that I not schedule any formal activities or classes as social time. They wanted free time to chat and relax with their friends. I must admit, having free social time every week has given me happier children in the long run. :-)

By: Sara Dennis

Sara Dennis — Mon, 02 Nov 2015 13:55:10 +0000

In reply to Tonia. That's the hardest part. Not letting the kids attitudes affect me. If they're horrid grumps, I've been known to send everyone back to bed for a 'restart'. They read, relax, and have a few minutes to themselves. I sit down, enjoy a cup of coffee, and plan ways to deal with grumpy kids. The day usually improves after the restart. :-)

By: Julie

Julie — Fri, 30 Oct 2015 22:03:24 +0000

I need to remember #2 – sometimes we get so scheduled with organized activities that when the kids ask if they can have a play date with [insert friend’s name here] I will respond with, “You just saw [friend] at practice last night!” or “You will see [friend]tomorrow at the game!” – thanks for the reminder that they need down time to just hang out together…

By: Tonia

Tonia — Thu, 29 Oct 2015 12:44:12 +0000

I find the hardest part is learning to not let it affect me. Once it does, it ruins the whole school day. But if I can maintain a good attitude, things usually settle down and get back to normal.

It really is all about mom’s attitude when homeschooling!