So, what is the real reason that your kids aren't well behaved?  Are you doing something wrong?  Is there some secret?  As a matter of fact there are many.  As a father of two, that works at home, I am fortunate enough to spend much more time with my kids than the average dad.  And I've learned a few things I'd like to share with you.

For starters, behavior is driven by emotion, NOT Logic. This is fundamental. Behavior, for any person of any age, is determined by their emotional state. People ACT from their emotions, and they later justify their actions with logic. But small kids don’t have the ability to use logic, not on the same level as older people. So, they act on impulse, they act purely from emotion.

Therefore, you will have far better results by appealing to your child's emotions, than trying to reason with them.  Young children don't have the logical thought processes that adults do.  Reason is irrelevant to a child.  You have to appeal to their wants and interests.  And no, I don't mean bribing them with candy.  I mean, get inside his/her head.  Take interest in the things they are telling you.  It doesn't even have to be genuine interest.  Let's be honest, how many times can you get excited about seeing a bird in the sky?  Not many.  But your child can, again and again.  If you seem to be excited with them, they feel more connected to you.  This makes them more receptive to the things YOU have to say.  By showing interest in them, they BECOME interested in you.  Simple, no?

Be sure to check back soon as I will be explaining how to handle toddler tantrums, children refusing to listen or co-operate, why children behave the way they do, what to do when you just can't handle your kid screaming anymore,  and much more.