What to Do When Your Child Lies: Expert Tips for Building Family Trust
Jordan LangdonNavigating children's dishonesty can be challenging, but it's a phase almost every parent faces. In this rebroadcast from The Messy Family Project, Jordan delves into why kids lie and how to address it in ways that foster honesty and trust. She shares insights on understanding the developmental stages of lying and tips for responding when your child isn't truthful. From personal stories to the "Honesty Incentive Rule" used in her home, this episode is full of practical advice for creating a culture of openness and integrity.
Jordan also explores the importance of integrating virtue training and faith formation at home, stressing that parents need to actively reinforce these lessons within the family. By making honesty a daily practice and focusing on virtues like respect, children can become more accountable, confident, and resilient.
If you're looking for strategies to build trust with your kids and create an environment that encourages honesty, don’t miss this episode. Plus, Jordan introduces the Thriving Family Accelerator, a program designed to help families address challenges like dishonesty at different stages of development. Reach out if you’re ready to take a deep dive into your family’s character formation!
