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I have used positive reinforcement
for years with my children. I used to motivate them with praise, with money or
with other rewards like visiting family or playing games etc., It can be a
controversial topic because, bribery, as some might frame it, seems like a pay
for performance type of mindset. I agree but, in utilizing this, you have to
find a balance. If you give your kids everything without making them earn
anything then they become “entitled” and, if this is the case, you’ll have a
hard time utilizing positive reinforcement with them. I balanced this technique by offering up the
reward system some times but also requesting help other times with a statement,
“You’re helping me because you love me and I’m good to you!”
I still wanted their heart to be
part of the picture but I did like rewarding their hard work. It has worked
well for me although I can’t say I’ve tried it on adults yet. It seems like a
good tool to add to the life arsenal. I
found it interesting to discover in a counseling textbook. What are your
thoughts?
