Publisher's Synopsis
A nurturing parent teaches, allowing the child to self-monitor and therefore self-correct. When guidance is imposed instead of punishment through discipline, the child is not embarrassed or shamed when corrected. For example, if a child throws a tantrum, a nurturing parent does not yell a command demanding that the child stop. Instead, the parent attempts to soothe the child by employing a calm manner and by using words that are constructive and understanding. The child feels the parent is listening and therefore becomes quiet.
