How to raise Respectful,

Responsible, Resilient Kids!

THE 3 R’s of PARENTING

Deborah Gilboa, M.D.

If you could wave a magic wand...

Which behavior

would you change at

home?

BEHAVIOR CHANGE

Change the reaction.

YOU NEED A PLAN

1. Pick a behavior.2. Decide on consequences.3. Meet as a family.

4. Stick to it!

3 R’s of PARENTING

Respect That’s my kid!

Responsibility Build a great work ethic.

Resilience Manage difficulty.

RESPECT

•Tone of voice.•Titles of respect.•Eye contact•Body Language•Secret Code•Negotiating•Parental privacy•3 sentences; amazing results!

RESPONSIBILITY

•How can I help?•Chores•Homework•Practice•Community service•One work ethic; 2 sentences

RESILIENCE

Mistakes teach resilience. Praise the process. Let life teach the lesson. Choices, within limits. Encourage some risk-taking. Reach out for resources!“I’ll be really interested to

see what you do!”

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