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What does it mean?
Ingersoll advises parents to show physical affection and reassurance to a child who has done wrong.
In plain terms
When a child does wrong, hug them and let them feel your love.
What can you take from it?
Respond to mistakes with love and reassurance.

Where it applies

  • child rearing
  • conflict resolution
  • family dynamics

Putting it to work

  • offer comfort
  • affirm love
  • guide gently

Questions to consider

  • How should we discipline?
  • Does love fix mistakes?

Another view

It may not address the need for clear boundaries or consequences.

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