Children Playing Me Up

by Anonymous

I get really angry and want to hit my children when they do not do what they are asked. I have smacked my children for not doing as they were asked.

Response from Dr. DeFoore

Hello, and thanks for telling your story here. I'm so glad you wrote on this site. It is so important that you stop hurting your children, and you seem to understand that, or you wouldn't have taken the time to tell your story.

Please read all of the recommendations on this FAQ page. These exercises will help you, if you use them as directed.

You're a good person, and you want to be a good parent. Make up your mind to do that, follow my recommendations, and love your children.

Believe in yourself and your good heart--you can do this. Your children are worthy of your kindness and respect at all times.

My very best to you,

Dr. DeFoore

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