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Tau · 11-05-2007, 01:37 PM

I would just continue to reinforce that you do not like statements or ideas along those lines.

As his parent, you have a pretty powerful position over what is ok and what isn't. He may continue to make all encompassing statements in order to express the magnitude of his feelings - but as long as you persist in re-framing them, they shouldn't take root.

I would be careful to acknowledge what he is trying to say, at the same time that you reject the way he is saying it. He is quite upset by this girl, and its important to verbally recognize his distress, IMO.

11-05-2007, 01:37 PM
Tau PF Fanatic Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 214 Rep Power: 34 Reputation: 91 Children: 2 boys & 1 girl - ages 14, 11, 8	Re: Advice on dealing with racist comments from my 7 year old I would just continue to reinforce that you do not like statements or ideas along those lines. As his parent, you have a pretty powerful position over what is ok and what isn't. He may continue to make all encompassing statements in order to express the magnitude of his feelings - but as long as you persist in re-framing them, they shouldn't take root. I would be careful to acknowledge what he is trying to say, at the same time that you reject the way he is saying it. He is quite upset by this girl, and its important to verbally recognize his distress, IMO.