What are the core principles of Active Parenting?
An in-depth look at our foundational Adlerian principles, logical consequences, and positive communication strategies for building cooperative families
At the heart of every Active Parenting program are several foundational principles, grounded in Adlerian and other research-supported psychology, that guide parents towards more effective and harmonious family relationships:
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Mutual Respect: Fostering an environment where both parents and children respect each other's rights and feelings.
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Encouragement: Building a child's self-esteem and courage through positive affirmation and recognizing effort, not just achievement.
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Understanding Behavior: Learning to identify the "four goals of misbehavior" to better understand why children act the way they do, and how to respond effectively.
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Logical Consequences: Teaching children responsibility and self-discipline through fair, firm, and consistent consequences that are related to the misbehavior.
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Active Communication: Developing skills like active listening and using "I-messages" to express thoughts and feelings clearly and respectfully.
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Problem-Solving: Empowering families to work together to find solutions to challenges.