“You Can’t Make Me!”: How to End Power Struggles

Parents, do you ever ask yourself...

Why is my child being so difficult? 

How can I get my child to listen? 

Does everything have to be a struggle?

Do you long for peaceful interactions, yet find yourself struggling to get your child to complete even minor tasks? In this program, Vickie Falcone, M.A. reveals simple practices that can help prevent power struggles and reduce the intensity of those that do occur. When we begin to understand and meet the needs behind the power struggles, kids and parents feel happier and more connected. In this program, you will have fun and:

• Discover proven ways to reduce power struggles
  
• Learn to respond effectively vs. react emotionally
  
• Discover 7 practical strategies that work to minimize the hassles, tantrums and tears
  
• Feel calmer and enjoy being a parent 

Join us for a FREE One-Night Workshop:

Date:        Tuesday, September 17, 2013

Time:       7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.    

Place:      Santa Monica Library - Montana Branch

                1704 Montana Ave. 

                Santa Monica, CA 90403 

Vickie Falcone, M.A. works with parents who want more peace at home.  She is the author of the book Buddha Never Raised Kids and Jesus Didn’t Drive Carpool: Seven Principles for Parenting With Soul. She has been teaching parents to create households that are respectful, cooperative and empowering for over 20 years.  Her workshops include a blend of meaningful illustrations, practical solutions and humorous insights into the challenges of being a parent today. Vickie has appeared as a parenting expert in Parents magazine, on CNN Headline News, in Science of Mind Magazine, The Boston Globe and Women’s World Magazine.