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Because We Care - 21 Principles of Preventive Parenting  by Anthony R. Qunitiliani Table of Contents

Parenting Improvement Plan

1. The specific principle I intent to work on is:

 

________________________________________________________________

 

2. This specific principle should help me deal more effectively with the problem of:

 

________________________________________________________________

 

3. My key learning related to this principle is:

 

________________________________________________________________

 

4. Readiness Checklist

YES SOMEWHAT   NO

 

I understand the basics of the principle. ______________________

 

I am ready to practice it with respect. ______________________

 

I am willing to control my own emotions. ______________________

 

I am willing to encourage cooperation. ______________________

 

I am ready, willing and able to listen. ______________________

 

I will own my own feeling rather than blame others for my emotional reality. ______________________

 

I am working to communicate concern, love and caring. ______________________

 

I am willing to be firm and kind. ______________________

 

5. My plan to change my own behavior is:

Step 1:

Step 2:

Step 3:

 

6. When I need help I will:_______________________________________

 

7. I'll know my plan is working when:_____________________________

 

8. Other ideas I have to help myself are:

___________________________________________________________________

 

For more information refer to: Dinkmeyer, D. and McKay, G.D.(1983). Parenting Teenagers. American Guidance Service.


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