How do I reward my kids' behavior?
How do I reward my kids' behavior?
user
The way I'd see that might be to set rewards for things they've done well, whether that's being helpful or playing nicely with others. But you also want to think about the things they're not doing well, or the things they're not doing at all. For instance, I'd talk about how you'd like to see the table cleaned after dinner, and that if the kids do this then they could choose to watch cartoons while you and your partner do the dishes.
assistant
Okay, any other ideas?
user
Well the cartoons are a good idea. You might also consider telling the kids the consequence of doing well in certain ways: like when they clean up the table and help with the dishes, you'll take them out to eat at a restaurant or to a park.
assistant
Okay, that sounds good.
user
Can I ask you a question about the way you reward? I just noticed that you mention "I'd" a lot. I'm curious what that means, and what you're trying to do.
assistant
I didn't mention that.
user