Why do children still tend to be stubborn? It could be to get a toy they like or to receive a gift they wish for. Or sometimes, it may be to avoid doing something they don’t like. They might not want to do homework or may not like to do what we ask them to do.

So, should we give them the toy or gift they want? Of course, we can. But we should only provide it when the child asks or requests for it properly.

For a child who still throws tantrums, we should help them learn the skill of waiting. We can give them what they want, but after helping them practice patience. If the child is unable to wait even for a short time, we can ask them to count up to ten before giving the reward. Or, after counting from one to twenty and appreciating them by saying “good sitting,” we can then give the gift. This gives the child a chance to learn how to wait and make proper requests in the future for the things they want.

Sometimes, there may be things the child doesn’t like—for example, they may be reluctant to sit during prayer time, hesitant to greet guests, or unwilling to do their homework. When a child is stubborn or refuses to do something, we must make them understand that responsibilities like homework cannot be avoided. They should get access to TV or other activities only after completing their required tasks properly.

Instead of punishing negative behaviors like stubbornness, tantrums, or anger, it is better to reinforce and reward the opposite, positive behaviors.

When the child is being stubborn or demanding, we should definitely understand what the child wants and help fulfill that need. But we should provide it only when the child learns to wait, listen to what we say, and make a proper request.

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