![]() ![]() No matter what it’s called, if you’re giving your child some quiet time to consider his/her actions… it’s time out. In reality… this is the same thing as time out. People who are against time out say: We don’t have time out but… we have “time in” or they are going to sit in the chair by me. So, moms that are against time out jump right to the negatives of isolation, where as moms that are for it generally see it as a positive break. I think that the term “time out” becomes a connotation situation.Ī connotation situation is where someone automatically assumes certain values are given to a phrase. I know that’s not a perfect example because I’m an adult, but… What I need is just some peace and quiet… a quiet room is the perfect place to regroup and calm down. Send me to my room!įor me, all the kids are making animal noises and I’m feeling out of control. Thank about this: have you ever noticed that articles that speak against time out always ask this question: “How would you feel if you were out of control and someone sent you to your room?” My opinion is that this discussion can be summed up as a “ connotation situation“. They want to make sure they are consistent and set them up for success. Parents to agree with time out may choose so because they value boundaries in their life and aim to help their children see those boundaries and be a rule follower. ![]() They want to, more than anything value and cherish their children’ opinions and motives. Parents who disagree with time out value connection between parent and child.In other words… why people do what they do? Anytime we’re discussing opposing opinions, I like to try to look at the motive behind those opinions. ![]()
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