Chores Without Wars: Encouraging Responsibility and Cooperation in Kids (Podcast Episode 2)
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In this episode, we’re diving into one of the biggest sources of frustration for parents—getting kids to do their chores. From daily responsibilities to teaching life skills, we’ll discuss the importance of chores. We’ll use Family Leadership Center’s signature 4C’s to not only get household chores done, but to really help our kids grow into capable, contributing, compassionate and courageous adults. What’s not to love?!
Hosts
Marjie Longshore, Executive Director of Family Leadership Center
Paige Trevor, Certified Parent Educator and Coach at Balancing Act
Resources
Research on Benefits of Chores
Comprehensive Chore List by age
8 Surprising Psychological Benefits of Routine Daily Tasks
Family Leadership Center Blog
Balancing Act Blog: Chores Without Wars
12 Teens on What Adults Don’t Get In the podcast, Marjie mentioned this article on the challenges teens face and the fact that teens want their lives to turn out well, they want to be capable! When we give them chores, we’re giving them the possibility to grow their responsibility muscles and have what it takes to be successful in their futures.