Sayedra Psychology Blog & Ayşenur Özmen https://psikoloji.sayedrablog.net/rss/author/ayseozmennngmailcom Sayedra Psychology Blog & Ayşenur Özmen en Copyright 2022 Sayedra Software & All Rights Reserved. POSITIVE DISCIPLINE https://psikoloji.sayedrablog.net/positive-discipline-245 https://psikoloji.sayedrablog.net/positive-discipline-245 As adults, we can sometimes find children annoying, naughty or stubborn, and we may get angry and start reacting in a big way. We may use incorrect statements such as "You are punished, you will do whatever I say" or "Whatever you do, I don't care." We can exhibit behavior at two extremes, either tending towards overly strict or overly permissive behavior. Positive discipline shows readers an approach in which children can have certain choice rights and freedom, and parents also have order and authority, instead of these uncontrolled and extreme attitudes. In parallel with Rudolf Dreikurs' approach, "A naughty child is a discouraged child", Positive Discipline also argues that a need lies beneath the child's behavior and that it is the duty of adults to see the emotions behind the child's great reaction. If parents question what their children want to tell them in such situations and know that no child will suddenly whine and cry, they will take a good step to solve the situation.

In her book, Jane Nelsen stated that the first step is to stop punishing and emphasized that the punishment method should definitely not be applied. Punishment pushes children into a vindictive attitude, so that children secretly start to do things that their parents do not want them to do, to avoid being caught. Children may feel that punishment is unfair and their trust in adults may decrease. According to Jane Nelsen, the second step is to display a sweet and firm attitude. A sweet and firm attitude means showing a consistent and clear stance that understands the child's feelings, does not diminish his/her love for him/her, but at the same time. Parents who want to control their children's behavior must first learn to control their own behavior. The last step is to ensure that children experience the natural consequences of their wrong behavior and begin to find a solution within themselves. A child who has a crying fit to put on his coat may face the fact that he will get wet, or a child who insists on not eating may realize that he is hungry. The parents' task is to reflect on this situation in a positive way and encourage the children, as in "This situation may have been difficult for you. I love you and I have full faith that you can cope with this."

When positive discipline is introduced, children may be surprised because parents have had a different way of speaking until now. When parents change their response, children may worsen their behavior to test whether they will stay in that response. The important thing is that parents maintain this discipline clearly and consistently. Parents who understand their children and correct their behavior without shaming or blaming them will ensure that their child becomes an empathetic, problem-solving adult who can form healthy relationships in the future.

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TIME MANAGEMENT TECHNIQUES https://psikoloji.sayedrablog.net/time-management-techniques https://psikoloji.sayedrablog.net/time-management-techniques Time is a subject that everyone contemplates. Sometimes it flows smoothly, and other times it feels like it's not moving at all. Time, independent of other resources, cannot be stopped, reversed, stored, produced, bought with money, sold, or altered. As time flows, the need for us to use it as efficiently as possible may arise. In this era of rapid developments, we can propose a technique to adapt to changes and make the most of our time.

According to research, people who can manage their time can accomplish a lot in a short time, increase their job performance and satisfaction, reduce stress, and lead happier and more productive lives. It has been observed that individuals who cannot manage their time well and feel like it's wasted are more likely to experience psychological disorders such as depression and anxiety.

We all want to spend our time more efficiently, but we may not know how to do it. There are many time management techniques to make better use of time, and I will discuss some of them.

The 'Warrior Approach' focuses on individuals protecting themselves, being independent, and having control over their own time. It is driven by the motivation to protect oneself through combat. It involves isolating oneself from the external world, closing communication channels, and self-isolation.

The Pomodoro technique is a time management technique that involves taking regular breaks while working on any topic. You choose a topic or task and work on it for 25 minutes. During this time, you avoid distractions. After 25 minutes, take a short 5-minute break, focusing on resting during the break.

The ABC technique suggests that everything can be accomplished when spread over time, but there should be a priority order for tasks. 'A' represents the first, most important, and highest-priority tasks. 'B' represents moderately important tasks that can be postponed. 'C' represents tasks that can be postponed without causing problems when not done.

Goal-setting is another time management technique. It involves defining your goals, planning them, and writing them down in a planner or a to-do list. It includes long-term, medium-term, and short-term planning, goal-setting, visualizing these goals, self-motivation, and positive self-concept. Knowing what our goals are shows us where we want to go. After setting goals, planning and writing them down increases both productivity and motivation.

Effective use of time management depends on how time is organized, what problems may be encountered, knowing the reasons for these problems, and solving them. Generally, many factors that hinder efficient time management are self-imposed. It primarily stems from people either not knowing exactly what they want or not putting in the effort required to achieve their desires, which hinders effective time use. Individuals who know what they want have the motivation to reach their goals. Those who lack this motivation often have high stress levels and increased anxiety as they struggle to manage their time. Recognizing that time is passing and striving to make it meaningful is like trying to find meaning in life. It moves individuals from a depressive state to a more grateful one and leads them towards enjoying life more.

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