Perry advises against viewing parenting as a battle of wills. She recounts a personal story where an elderly man asked, 'Is she winning?'—referring to her daughter. Perry explains that parenting should focus on cooperation rather than domination. 'We are in a relationship, not in a battle,' she asserts. Understanding and addressing the child's needs in the present moment enhances cooperation and reduces confrontations. | Philippa Perry | The Book You Wish Your Parents Had Read

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Perry advises against viewing parenting as a battle of wills. She recounts a personal story where an elderly man asked, 'Is she winning?'—referring to her daughter. Perry explains that parenting should focus on cooperation rather than domination. 'We are in a relationship, not in a battle,' she asserts. Understanding and addressing the child's needs in the present moment enhances cooperation and reduces confrontations.

-- Philippa Perry