1. Connect first

Power struggles often happen because your child doesn?t feel like you?re on the same team. Do some power struggle prevention each morning by spending time?even just five minutes?connecting: snuggling, tickling, roughhousing, colouring or reading together are all great options.
2. Let them try

Another prevention technique is to let your child take charge of as many of his or her own activities as possible. Kids often get riled up and start a power struggle when they feel they?ve been told what to do too many times.
3. Back off

Remember that it takes two to battle. Parents can actually just decide to not get pulled into an argument! Ask yourself, Do I really NEED to let this bother me" Make a conscious decision that you don?t need to win this struggle.
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4. Calm down

Take a deep breath, count from 11 to minus one by twos to engage your thinking brain, restore yourself to a calm state and try to see life through your child?s eyes. Summon all the warmth and presence you can.
5. Define the goal

Consider what you need to do, like getting out the door on time or inspiring your child to practice his or her piano. Once you are clear on what is important, clarify...