“The point behind 1-2-3 Magic is that parents are ready for anything, rather than worrying what the kids are going to do next. The message is: “I love you, and it’s my job to train and discipline you. I don’t… — Thomas W. Phelan Copy Share Image
“They are not born reasonable and unselfish; they are born unreasonable and selfish. They want what they want when they want it, and they… — Thomas W. Phelan Copy Share Image
“Adults who believe in the Little Adult Assumption are going to rely heavily on words and reasons in trying to change the behavior of… — Thomas W. Phelan Copy Share Image
“Children can’t respond properly to warnings if they don’t hear them clearly in the first place. Finally,” — Thomas W. Phelan Copy Share Image
“effective parents expect their children to rise to life’s challenges (as you know, there are plenty!) and to respect the rules and limits that… — Thomas W. Phelan Copy Share Image
“Being warm and friendly also means liking—not just loving—your children. The” — Thomas W. Phelan Copy Share Image
“Your kids are little. Both their bodies and their brains are still growing. No” — Thomas W. Phelan Copy Share Image
“The point behind 1-2-3 Magic is that parents are ready for anything, rather than worrying what the kids are going to do next. The… — Thomas W. Phelan Copy Share Image
