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Yelling and nagging at children produces compliance in the moment but costs tension, sulking, and guilt.
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Yelling and nagging may seem effective in the moment ("I'm getting them to put on their shoes!"), but the cost is tension, sulking, and guilt.
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↗How to Be a Happier, Calmer Parent: 16 Things to Try Instead of Yellinggretchenrubin.com
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