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Distinguish between "disobedience" and "excess energy." A boy jumping on the couch isn't necessarily being defiant; he’s being a boy. Redirect that energy to the backyard instead of just shuting it down. 4. Connection Before Correction

Teach them that it’s okay to walk away and breathe before reacting. This is the ultimate form of self-discipline. The End Goal: Self-Mastery discipline4 boys

If he breaks a toy because he was being reckless, the toy is gone. If he forgets his cleats, he doesn’t play in the game. Distinguish between "disobedience" and "excess energy

“Now,” Grandpa said, “do it again. But this time, you may not move your feet.” Connection Before Correction Teach them that it’s okay

Instead of saying "be good," say "keep your hands to yourself and use a quiet voice in the library." Specificity reduces the guesswork that often leads to trouble. 2. The Power of Natural Consequences

Leo grinned. This was his kind of challenge. His fast hands struck the match, and he touched the flame to the first wick. Fssst. He moved to the second, but the match went out. He grabbed another. Struck it too hard—it snapped. Third match. Lit the second candle. Rushed to the third. The flame wobbled. He knocked over candle number four. By the time he lit the seventh, the first candle had already burned a puddle of wax onto the wood.