Conquering Sibling Rivalry
Sibling rivalry can take a toll on the whole family and from time to time, it does get out of control. It is actually normal for siblings to argue and fight sometimes, but it certainly isn’t pleasant. I have read lots of resources written by professionals on the topic. Many of them say that parents shouldn’t get involved when their children argue unless violence becomes an issue. Rather, they recommend that you lay down some rules, like no yelling, name calling or hitting, and emphasize that those things will result in consequences. Basically, you let the kids work out their problems. As a parent, you set a good example about how to work out problems.
Sounds good, but how do you get to that point where the kids can resolve their problems civilly?Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish are seasoned parenting advisors who authored a book specifically to address the problem. It is called Siblings Without Rivalry How to Help Your Children. | |
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Siblings Without Rivalry How to Help Your Children By Adele Faber / Harpercollins When parenting authorities Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish sat down to write the national bestseller How to Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk, they found that they couldn't contain their chapter on sibling rivalry. No matter how much they tried to pare down their advice, they found the subject inexhaustible-and their readers agreed! The result is this seminal book-revised and updated after more than ten years of feedback from parents' letters, TV and radio talk shows, and Faber and Mazlish's highly successful parenting workshops. Siblings Without Rivalry guides the way to family peace and tranquillity with humor and compassion for both parents and children. Illustrated, action-oriented, and easy to understand, it's packed with sensitive yet sensible ways to turn quarreling siblings and frustrated parents into an open, commuincative family. |
If you are interested in a step-by-step guide, Dr. Todd Cartmell’s book Keep the Siblings, Lose the Rivalry: 10 Steps to Turn Your Kids into Teammates might be helpful. It teaches biblical principles that will help in turning the rival relationship into a respectful one.
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Keep the Siblings, Lose the Rivalry: 10 Steps to Turn Your Kids into Teammates By Dr. Todd Cartmell / Zondervan Are you frustrated with the combat-zone atmosphere of your home, as your children constantly argue and fight? There is a solution. Dr. Cartmell explains how to use biblical principles and relational skills to deal positively and effectively with sibling rivalry. Transform your home's ambiance into one that fosters respectful relationships! |
There is also a DVD 10-part series titled How to Disciple Your Family. It does take on the battle of the siblings, but it also addresses many other challenges related to Christian parenting. This series would be perfect for a small group bible study for Christian parents.
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How to Disciple Your Family, 10-DVD Set By Douglas Phillips & Geoffrey Botkin / The Vision Forum, Inc You want your children to thrive in the Lord---not just survive our spiritually bankrupt culture. In this 10-hour seminar, Douglas Phillips and Geoffrey Botkin equip parents to build a lasting legacy of faith, wisdom, and victory. Topics include multi-generational vision, biblical patriarchy, sibling rivalry, historical family dynasties, drafting a 200-year plan, godly instruction of children, and more. Ten slipcased DVDs. |
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