A simple shift in language, turning negative phrasing into positive, can significantly impact how kids receive our messages.
Check out the examples below on how to flip a “no” into a “yes” when responding to your little ones:
Done regularly, a move toward more positive verbiage holds power to:
⭐ Enhance relationships
⭐ Encourage positive behavior
⭐ Increase cooperation
⭐ Reduce conflict
⭐ Boost self-esteem
⭐ Increase motivation
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