Why Kids Refuse to Apologize & How to Teach Kids to Say Sorry (Without Forced Apologies)

[Check out my free discipline workshop, “How to Get Your Child to Listen Without Yelling” - www.themompsychologist.com/workshop] Why Kids Refuse to Apologize & How to Teach Kids to Say Sorry (Without Forced Apologies) Forced apologies – telling your child "Say you're sorry!! Right now!!!" I know it comes from a good place - we want our kids to be respectful, have manners and have empathy. We want them to be caring and recognize their mistakes and then take action in making amends. But in this video I discuss: ✔ 3 Common reasons why forced apologies often backfire ✔ Why forcing our kids to apologize doesn't actually teach empathy and respect ✔ How to go about teaching lessons in a developmentally appropriate way that doesn't lead to power struggles. TIMESTAMPS ► 0:00 Introduction ► 1:07 Free Positive Discipline Gift ► 1:35 Reason 1 Forcing Kids to apologize often backfires ► 2:57 Reason 2 Forcing Kids to apologize often backfires ► 4:07 Reason 3 Forcing Kids to apologize often backfires ► 5:44 Why Apologies are hard for kids from a developmental perspective ► 7:16 What to do and say instead of forcing kids to apologize 💌 Get TMP Times in your inbox every Monday. Start your free 7-day trial 👉🏽 https://www.themompsychologist.com/tmptimes 💌 Free Parenting Script Pack: https://themompsychologist.com/script-pack FREE 2-MIN QUIZ: ► WHAT'S YOUR PARENTING STYLE?: Find out your parenting style and simple things you can do to shift your approach for better behavior! https://www.themompsychologist.com/QUIZ SHOP MY FAVORITES ► Check out my Amazon Storefront and shop my favorites https://www.amazon.com/shop/themompsychologist LET'S BE FRIENDS! ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themompsychologist ► Facebook: http://facebook.com/themompsychologist ► TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themompsychologist BUSINESS INQUIRIES ONLY ► hello@themompsychologist.com DISCLAIMER: Links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that I provide I may receive a small commission. There is no additional charge to you! Thank you for supporting TheMomPsychologist.com so I can continue to provide you with free content each week! DISCLAIMER 2.0: This video is for educational purposes ONLY. This is not meant to diagnosis or treat any mental health conditions or substitute mental health treatment in any way. Please consult with your child's pediatrician or a local mental health provider when considering trying new interventions. SC: 21,664 Hi! My name is Dr. Jazmine and I'm a licensed clinical psychologist and mom of two girls! If you're a mom wanting to feel more confident in your parenting and reclaim your joy of motherhood, then this is DEFINITELY the place for YOU! On this channel, I upload videos every week surrounding topics such as positive parenting tips, easy to try discipline hacks, simple play ideas, and more! I help you understand and connect with your young child so that it's easier to manage their difficult behaviors. I basically answer any and all questions any parent looking to have a better relationship with their child (with less behavioral issues like tantrums and aggression) could have! Thanks for being a subscriber! #positivedisciplinetips #childpsychologistadvice