You can hold your kids accountable for losses and mistakes without making them feel bad about who they are

You can hold your kids accountable for losses and mistakes without making them feel bad about who they are.

My mom never made me feel bad about not being good at school. But I did get grounded every time my report card came out. My mom made it clear that there was a price to be paid for not delivering good grades. And if I didn’t deliver, I had to pay that price. It was encouragement balanced with practicality.