Learning Points: Saying ‘no’ often means giving them much more

Saying “no” to your child can be a very difficult thing to do, especially when the child in question is demanding and won’t rest until they hear that golden word, “yes”.

And often it is easier to acquiesce and give in rather than go through the pantomime of discipline when all involved know you are only going to hold out for as long as you can, before the irritating persistence becomes intolerable.