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speedx5xracer
12-06-2005, 10:29 PM
To make the problem solving forum more effective please post or pm me with specific types of situations you would like to see addressed in the future.
Dave
12-07-2005, 08:43 PM
I'd like to read a technique about how to deal with kids who can't lose. For example, if they get out during a game or if they lose, they'll cry and throw a fit.
speedx5xracer
12-07-2005, 09:11 PM
hmmm thats a challenge but ill see what i can come up with.
CAMPFRIEND
12-08-2005, 10:57 AM
I'd like to read a technique about how to deal with kids who can't lose. For example, if they get out during a game or if they lose, they'll cry and throw a fit.

Dave- That's a good one. I get to deal with this all the time. Speed if you don't mind I would like to help you with this one! I will wait to see if this is ok with you.
speedx5xracer
12-08-2005, 11:03 AM
go right ahead i dont have much expirence with that situation since im at the lake most of the day.
CAMPFRIEND
12-08-2005, 11:09 AM
Ok I will give it a shot!
collissimon
03-16-2006, 07:23 PM
How about when a child keeps questioning your authority with that lovely question, 'why?'

Or, when a kid is being annoying to other kids, but not on purpose?
Dave
03-16-2006, 07:33 PM
Those are some good ideas, collissimon. I'd like to read some strategies on those. :)
Sparkes
03-16-2006, 09:07 PM
That is a good one Colissimon. My kids always used to do the "but why do I have to do what you say...your not my parent".
Dave
03-16-2006, 09:14 PM
That is a good one Colissimon. My kids always used to do the "but why do I have to do what you say...your not my parent".
Aww I hate that. I've had several kids say that to me. I never know how to respond correctly. I hate when they say that.
Campy Measius
03-16-2006, 09:40 PM
lol, I give em the ol' "your parents left you in my responsibility, therefore, I'm speaking on behalf of your parents. I'm sure, if they were here, they'd expect the same things from you as I do." haha sometimes it works... sometimes not...
Sparkes
03-17-2006, 02:21 PM
I do that one too. But sometimes the old "because I'm your counsellor and I said you have too" works too.
who_stole_my_loofa
03-18-2006, 07:00 PM
were so not allowed to say 'because im your counselor' !!!!! That give away all authority and in a matter of 10 seconds. Just compare it to other situations that they have to respond to authority figures that are not their parents (ie: aunts and uncles, teachers, police, grandparents, safety guards, baby sitters, etc). Or... if you're really brave (sarcasm included) how about answering their why questions. Eventually they will run out of question. Just humor them cause you know you used to do it too!