![]() ![]() It is definitely more socially acceptable to “punish/discipline” our children. I know that typically, parenting up until now has sometimes been more reactive, and we were not really guided to be proactive or help our children through their decisions. I think changing how we typically use this word can be a fun way to challenge ourselves into new ways of thinking. In order to delete grounding our children as a punishment, we need to begin working harder to build loving bonds with our child, so they can trust us to guide them on how to even make mindful decisions. It may of seemed much easier to simply choose to ground your child to teach them a lesson, but we have learned that actually connecting and communicating with your child actually has more influence. This very outdated method of punishing our children in order to teach them what we want them to learn most is the exact opposite of Mindful Parenting. So they cannot rely on you for proper guidance. It also breaks their trust in you and your relationship. It does not teach them anything about making better decisions. Grounding them as a punishment just puts a wall of fear, shame, blame, judgment & guilt between you and your children who you love most. The goal of this punishment, the opposite of physical discipline is that parent teaches the child or teen the consequences of their actions by taking privileges away, and by taking their freedom away it’s more effective.”~From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia The effectiveness of the punishment in obtaining the desired discipline, like all other punishment, depends on the implementation, severity of the misdemeanor, child, guardian, and specific situation such as if the child lied about a serious situation, hurt someone, or a sibling, stole from someone or the parent or got in trouble with the law or failing in school for not doing assignments.” ![]() Occasionally it can be combined with the withdrawal of privileges such as the use of cars, sweets, yearbooks, alarm clocks, watches, prom, theme parks, parties, or the Internet. Typically a young person who is grounded is not allowed to leave their home or their bedroom, except for school, work, meals, church, homework, dentist or doctor appointments, and other important activities. In some cases, it is suggested as an alternative to corporal punishment in the home. “Grounding is a common punishment for children and teenagers. I do know that it was very common if I called a friend and asked them to make plans, and I heard them respond with, “Sorry, I can’t, I’m grounded.”ĭo you think there is anyone who has not heard of or experienced in some way this common term for punishment in homes and families? A definition online explains it like this: I guess I should ask my parents, but I am not sure if I have ever been grounded as a punishment. ![]() I wouldn’t mind getting grounded as an adult, which sounds quite relaxing LOL. It’s hard for me to believe parents are still grounding their children to teach them life’s most important lessons. I am 41 & a mom to 2 beautiful girls who are 8 & 10. ![]()
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