Strong willed children have a particular personality type that is passionate, spirited, intense, obstinate, rigid, frustrating and amazing. They have the potential to be some of the best leaders in our society with their passion and determination. However, they are challenging to parents when not fully understood.

 

Strong Willed Children...

• Lead with intense anger. "NO! You can't make me!"

• Strongly resist being controlled or told what to do

• Have BIG reactions, so much so that the entire family tries to avoid upsetting them

• Have a hard time with change and transitions

• Are acutely aware of fairness so sibling dynamics can be hard

• Often get into trouble as they are commonly misunderstood

• Some are over achievers at school and save anger and inflexibility for at home (confusing)

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AND traditional parenting advocates and MOST PARENTS THINK

• Parents are supposed to be in charge

• Teach their kids by telling them what to do

• Hold a line and not let tantrums 'win'