Today’s audioblog explores what’s really happening beneath the surface when kids laugh when in trouble or get silly during correction. Learn practical ways to use the Connected Families Framework™ to build wisdom instead of shame when kids seem to avoid accountability through humor.

Key Takeaways:

• Silliness is often an escape hatch, not disrespect
• Check your own heart first
• Connect before you correct, try stepping into your child’s shoes with playfulness 
• Build the value of reconciliation in a way that they feel good about

Mentioned in this Podcast: 

• The Power of Questions online course
• Sensitive & Intense Kids online course 
• Blog Post – Your Child Laughs When in Trouble? How to Build Wisdom, Not Shame
• Blog Post – Have You Experienced the Benefits of Child-Led Play?

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