1693 When the Answer is No

One of the most frustrating encounters is a power struggle. Why is it that a simple request can lead to such a definitive and defiant response?  How do you respond when the answer is no? As adults, we say yes to a lot of things in life (some things we like, some we do because we have to). Desire to be supported and encourage by other like-minded women? Join us at Women of IMPACT. http://bit.ly/WomenofIMPACT So why are we so surprised when our children say no to us with little to no hesitation? My younger self secretly wishes I had that backbone more today as an adult. Then, maybe I wouldn't be tied to SO many things that are important, but not a priority to me personally. Flipping the tables, what do the children know more about saying no than me? Our family has been asked to have a picture taken of us for the paper. Yes, there are still papers in print. The children I thought would give me a hard time actually were okay with the idea. But then I had one that firmly refused. And another that said, "only if you force me". How do I force a young adult? Strangely, parents think they control their children. That control is only as strong as our consistency. And that consistency waivers often. Yet for those young-ins, they are all about the no! What do you do when the answer is no? Well it all depends on the backhand communication? The K.I.S.S. ~ A.R.E. you ready! We cannot assume that the answer is going to be yes. Just because we say yes all the time (Okay, I say yes the majority of the time), doesn't mean that is the answer. So go into the encounter with the backhand communication. A.R.E. you ready? ASK with respect. No assumptions; for assumptions cause trouble. Be respectful of the other person. What they think matters. How they feel matters. RESPOND with clarity. There most likely will be follow-up questions. Know the details. Don't let the little things fall through the cracks. Layout the expectations. EDUCATE using consequences. 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