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Seven Steps to Confident Parenting
by Jim Burns, author of
Confident Parenting
Article Description: Confident Parenting advice from Jim Burns,
author and Homeword radio host. Includes The A.W.E. (Affection, Warmth,
and Encouragement) To-Do List for Confident Parents.
Seven Steps to Confident Parenting
by Jim Burns
1. Overcome Negative Family Patterns
Even if you grew up in a dysfunctional family, you can be the
"transitional generation." Break the chain of dysfunction by teaching
your children healthy patterns.
2. Take Responsibility for Your Plan and Purpose.
Start with the Shema of the Old Testament-a centuries-old, time-tested
blueprint for passing love and faithfulness from generation to
generation.
3. Communicate with Affection, Warmth and Encouragement.
Radically change the atmosphere in your home with these three
essentials. Instead of shame-based parenting techniques, treat your
children with grace and love.
4. Find Replenishment for Overcrowded Lives.
When you are overly tired, you may become numb to what matters most in
life. Take a lesson from gardening and start by "thinning" out your
family's schedule. Focus on finding ways to rest, refresh, restore and
enjoy recreation together.
5. Create a Grace-filled Home with Consistent Discipline.
Rules without relationship will lead to rebellion. Give your children
clear moral boundaries and enough grace to feel loved and secure.
6. Bring Security and Honor to the Home through Parental Blessings.
Blessings and celebrating rites of passage are the best way to fulfill a
child's longing for security and acceptance.
7. Raise Kids Who Love God and Have a Proper Love for Themselves.
Build a legacy of faith and contentment with a plan and purpose from
generation to generation.
adapted from
Confident Parenting by Jim Burns (Bethany House Publishers, May
2007)
Also from Jim Burns:
The A.W.E. * To-Do List for Confident Parents
(* affection, warmth and encouragement)
Say I love you.
Remind your kids every day that you love them. The positive
reinforcement and verbal reminder of unconditional love will give your
children the ability to go on even during tough times, and it will help
them to say "no" to temptations.
Show physical affection.
Meaningful touches and hugs, kisses, and even high fives bolster a young
person's self image. A real sense of security, self-worth, and meaning
comes from appropriate affection.
Listen.
When your kids know you are really listening to them, they will sense
how significant they are to you. Listening is the language of love.
Use eye contact.
Don't forget how important body language and eye contact are in letting
your children know you care. With your eyes focused on them, you show
that your heart is focused on them as well.
Pray Daily.
A daily time of prayer with your children helps them grasp how important
God is in their lives. Prayer time should be a warm, loving part of
children's lives.
adapted from
Confident Parenting by Jim Burns (Bethany House Publishers, May
2007)
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