Re: Enforcing (or not!) House Rules - when is it permissive/punitive?
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Originally Posted by Quietspirit
Perhaps in that situation, you could require a restituion of sorts instead of going to his room. "Thank you for taking the re-do. When you speak that way to me, I feel hurt. Can you think of a way to give me some kindness right now, like a hug or a kind word?" That way, you have really used the re-do and he has the opportunity to learn. But you've also required that he make restitution so that the sassing is not ignored.
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Thanks, this is a great idea!
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