NEW WAY TO RAISE THE KIDS

THERE'S A NEW PARENTING STYLE . . . CALLED CONSENSUAL LIVING . . . WHICH GIVES KIDS AN EQUAL SAY IN HOW THEY'RE RAISED:

I'm all for "progressive" parenting techniques . . . I suppose. But I just heard about the weirdest parenting technique ever . . . called Consensual Living.

So what does Consensual Living involve? According to the movement's official website, Consensual Living is, "a process, a philosophy, a mindset by which we seek to live in harmony with our families and community. "It involves finding mutually agreed upon solutions, where the needs of both parties are not only considered but addressed. Everyone's wants and needs are equally valid, regardless of age."

In other words, Consensual Living is a parenting style which gives kids an equal say . . . in how they're raised.

The movement's core principles:

#1.) Everyone's wants and needs are equally valid, regardless of age.

#2.) Children can be trusted to know their own minds and bodies.

#3.) Punishments and rewards are tools of manipulation, and when family members work as a team . . . they're unneeded.

#4.) There's ALWAYS a creative solution that works for everyone.

#5.) Each family member has a positive intent and, ultimately, desires harmony.

#6.) When everyone is certain that their needs will be met, they're more likely to branch out and help others meet their needs. (Globe and Mail)

(--Check out the official Consensual Living website here . . .)http://consensual-living.com/