by Sarah Fisher | May 6, 2022 | de-escalation, getting support, non-violent resistance, Sibling rivalry, strategies, working together
Sibling rivalry Sibling rivalry is a big issue and it’s one that comes up a lot when I’m working with families. If you’re struggling, you’re certainly not alone. I’m aware that there are not a lot of resources around for to help either.... 
by Sarah Fisher | Mar 15, 2022 | consequences, non-violent resistance, strategies
When I became a parent I used the ‘traditional’ methods of parenting of imposed consequences. Some of the imposed consequences I used were, time out, shouting, bribes, and anything else I could think of at the time. The problem is that whilst these... 
by Sarah Fisher | Mar 15, 2022 | blame, getting support, non-violent resistance, strategies
The blame game: I don’t know about you but I know that I’ve been blamed in the past for my son’s behaviour. The blame wasn’t always obvious, just sideways looks or slowly disappearing from our lives (to be fair, the disappearing hasn’t... 
by Sarah Fisher | Mar 7, 2022 | connection, gestures, non-violent resistance, Parents, professionals, quality time, strategies
Use little gestures to show your children you love them. They are a great way of connecting and are easier to accept sometimes than words. Often referred to as Reconciliation Gestures these are one of the key aspects of NVR. Increasingly I’ve been using the term... 
by Sarah Fisher | Nov 22, 2021 | change, fear, non-violent resistance, Parents, self care, strategies
Are you a parent, walking on eggshells? Never sure when the next firework will go off? We’ve had Halloween, we’ve had Bonfire Night and we’re nearing the start of silly season… and I wanted to share this little analogy with you. This time of year really gets me... 
by Sarah Fisher | Oct 8, 2021 | change, connection, getting support, non-violent resistance, parental presence, Parents, professionals, teenagers
What is the approach? Where did it come from? NVR as an approach was created by Haim Omar. He wanted to help parents to feel back in control, to resist challenging behaviours and ultimately stop them. He took this approach from the socio-political version that was...
