[header] How to stop fighting with a stubborn parent [title] Assess the reason for the stubbornness. [step] Ask your parent about the reason for the stubbornness. Be sure to ask in a polite manner.
[header] How to stop fighting with a stubborn parent [title] Assess the reason for the stubbornness. [step] Ask your parent about the reason for the stubbornness. Be sure to ask in a polite manner.
By being more sensitive and caring, you can be more effective at solving the problem. [substeps] You may be too concerned with problems to ask right away or your parents may barely put in the effort to let you know when they need to talk. You'll need to make the conversation private but be sure to maintain a respectful tone. [substeps] State your feelings openly, but do not use language or words that might make your parent defensive. You could try saying something like " i think i would be much less upset if you could let me know your side of the story. Why is it that you are saying no to this? " [substeps] If this causes your parent to become angry, consider letting it go and moving on or trying again once your parent as calmed down. [substeps] Explain that you are doing your part to help the baby survive the day. Be sure to point out if the stubborn attitude is caused by something else.