What is Positive Reinforcement?

Today I’d like to talk about positive reinforcement. Basically, I believe it does work with different aspects of our lives. For instance; after a long day at work, you myt want to be positive not only to your self but aswell as with your kids. However, sometimes they just get into your nerves. J But when we impart this technique to our kids, the result would just be beneficial not only to you as a parent but specially to the kid’s behaviour. It would immensely develop in ways with how you want your kid to be.

In government, what would an oppossing minority group do to pull down an incumbent leader? They would seek for any wrong doings and focus only on it. Incontrary, the allies would praise the incumbent to uplift him.

Based on my experience with positive reinforcement upon myself, if I would focus on how things myt not work out, definitely I will experience a tremendous amount of doubt. And it may not really work out. But, if I focus on the good things and maybe expect that it will happen, there is a bigger possibility that I can achieve what I am hoping or expecting for.

Now lets focus on our kids..

Positive communication is a tool to reinforce good behavior and eliminate bad behavior; it builds self-esteem and inspires confidence in children. And it's easy — once you get the hang of it! Children's feelings of esteem are very highly influenced by their interaction and relationship with their parents. All children need to feel loved and accepted, and you can communicate those feelings to your children by the way you speak.

Once you develop the habit of consistent positive reinforcement at home, you'll see that communicating is easier, and you will also be helping your son or daughter learn to communicate with the outside world. By the time they are in elementary school, kids need the self-esteem boost gained when positive reinforcement is in practice.

What to remember..

* Face your child and maintain eye contact.
* Always allow your child to finish talking and complete his statements.
* "Labeling is disabling" — label the behavior instead of the child.
Incorrect: "Prince, you are a bad boy."
Correct: "Prince, it is irresponsible to leave your toys all over the place."
* Help your child learn to talk positively.
* Try to start your statements with a reinforcer, such as, "Darcy, you are a very bright boy; now, let's talk about the best way to get your homework finished." People are more responsive to positive statements, but make sure your compliments are truthful. Children, as well as adults, will see through false flattery