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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]How do you respond?

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I state that my profession was the perfect fit for me. It allowed me to work PT when I needed to and nights when I needed to. It allowed me to stay home when they were little, it's very flexible. I tell him I never wanted to be a doctor. I am happy being a nurse. I enjoy helping people the way I do.

I tell him that in the real world, nobody asks if you are gifted. You are judged on your grades and accomplishments.

Now I just stop him in his tracks and tell him to stop being disrespectful. If he continues being rude, he loses things like the phone.[/quote]

I like what you're saying to him- these extreme punitive responses won't teach your DS empathy- which is what he seems to be lacking in the moment.

I think you are also doing the right thing- it's okay to say to your DS "hey, I've explained to you why enjoy my job and why it works for our family. If you continue to speak to me disrespectfully, you will lose your phone. I won't tolerate disrespect and will have to use methods that neither of us like if you won't be respectful."

It sounds like you're doing exactly the right thing. [/quote]

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