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Originally Posted by Quarter life
I probably wouldn't try to address the negative traits with her....Probably lauding her appealing traits and teaching by example might have a positive effect. She is still quite young and finding her way in the world...she will hopefully learn that we catch more bees with honey.
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I do try to let her know what a good job she is doing, and how proud I am of her. She didn't get enough of that growing up. In fact, last night she was saying how she always wanted to take dance lessons growing up, but her mom's previous partner always said she was too fat. To a 9 year old girl!!! I got very mad at that, though she said it didn't bother her. But what about back then? Oh yes, she said, I cried a lot then. It breaks my heart. So, yes, I give a lot of positive reinforcement, and I try to be the best dad I can to her.
I won't bring this up, I'll wait and hope for the best.