Originally Posted by Pack_19
I was so frustrated after this,...I know I cannot change her .. parenting skills, I am so sick of this I just need to vent out


HI Pack,

Dealing with different parenting styles is a challenge. I might suggest taking a look at parenting with love and logic. I use that parenting style.


There is a technique I use called the 5 why's. Are you familiar with it? It helps me get to the real root of an issue.


Here is an example From the internet applying the 5 Whys.

Problem – We didn’t send the newsletter for the latest software updates on time.

Why didn’t we send the newsletter on time? Updates were not implemented until the deadline.
Why were the updates not implemented on time? Because the developers were still working on the new features.
Why were the developers still working on the new features? One of the new developers didn’t know the procedures.
Why was the new developer unfamiliar with all procedures? He was not trained properly.
Why was he not trained properly? Because CTO believes that new employees don’t need thorough training and they should learn while working.


Can't change her, only your behavior and the way you interact with her. As a self improvement exercise, use I statements and the 5 whys here:

Why were you so frustrated?


"What is best for my kids is best for me"
Amor Fati
Link to quotes: https://www.divorcebusting.com/forums/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=2879712