*Don't* Remind Your Kids To Say "Please" & "Thank You"
Briefly

"If you're about to get together with a bunch of family that have high expectations, stop reminding your kids to say please and thank you," Goodman said. "When they say it naturally, just off the cuff, make a big deal about it, celebrate it." She emphasizes that praising children for using manners naturally fosters more appreciation without pressure.
"There's a difference between reminding your kid to do something and encouraging them.", Goodman states. She encourages parents to use positive feedback to promote manners, supporting children's natural behavior rather than constantly prompting them.
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