The biggest benefit of using workable agreements is that it changes the power dynamic of the family to one of mutual benefit. When a child feels that their needs and values are being respected, they will respond to your authority with far less resistance.

Children thrive when they know for sure that they have a say in how their life goes and that you are a strong source of support for them getting their needs met. Their opinions and requests don’t need to have equal weight with yours for them to feel fully represented in a way that is respectful.

When the mutual respect of workable agreements becomes a habit that everyone in the family can count on then the whole family experiences more trust and harmony. You’re going to love the great results you get from this powerful parenting skill! With Jill Valenti.