Episode 371: When You Need Space, But Your Child Won't Play On Their Own

When a child won't go play on their own and whines, complains, or refuses to leave you alone, of course you'll get frustrated with their resistance! But what looks like refusal is often something different. In this episode, you'll learn what's going on beneath this behavior and what you can do about it. In this episode, you'll hear: Why difficulty starting play, homework, or chores is not a motivation issue What starting new tasks requires cognitively, and why many kids get stuck before they even begin Why clarity about the missing skill leads to faster progress than guessing or pushing harder --  FREE: Determine whether your child struggles with this skill Work with Rachel