Headstrong is a word I would have used to describe Ayden Jane pretty much her entire life. Sort of just bulldozing her way through "challenges". So, basically, underneath all the PWS is a truly strong-willed child in every sense of the word. This basic nature has served her tremendously well.
So what if she suddenly gained confidence. Processed information faster. Was able to respond quicker. Came to her own conclusions and reasons at the speed of light. Basically, that's what we have going on. Her wonderful teacher, Mrs. M, referred to her as "even more headstrong". Hmmmm.
You see, there are wonderful things about being 'headstrong', and learning how to take on the world tactfully and with a touch of humility are things that are taught from a very young age to those wonderful, strong-willed children. Only, in Ayden Jane's case, she wasn't really capable of learning the subtleties of tact and realizing the effects of her behavior on others. Now she is.
It seems there is an adventure ahead of us. Ayden Jane is learning and processing at an amazing rate but definitely needs to catch up how to do so with respect for those older and wiser and with patience. Don't get me wrong. She is not suddenly an oppositional defiant child who is wreaking havoc. She just has an edge about her that comes across as disrespectful.
Luckily, none of my big kids will put up with her crossing lines of respect and they all get where it is coming from. They will join forces with me and teach Ayden Jane to slow down and listen. They will make her understand that sometimes the answer is no, even when you want it to be yes and can make an excellent argument.
Wish us luck!
So what if she suddenly gained confidence. Processed information faster. Was able to respond quicker. Came to her own conclusions and reasons at the speed of light. Basically, that's what we have going on. Her wonderful teacher, Mrs. M, referred to her as "even more headstrong". Hmmmm.
You see, there are wonderful things about being 'headstrong', and learning how to take on the world tactfully and with a touch of humility are things that are taught from a very young age to those wonderful, strong-willed children. Only, in Ayden Jane's case, she wasn't really capable of learning the subtleties of tact and realizing the effects of her behavior on others. Now she is.
It seems there is an adventure ahead of us. Ayden Jane is learning and processing at an amazing rate but definitely needs to catch up how to do so with respect for those older and wiser and with patience. Don't get me wrong. She is not suddenly an oppositional defiant child who is wreaking havoc. She just has an edge about her that comes across as disrespectful.
Luckily, none of my big kids will put up with her crossing lines of respect and they all get where it is coming from. They will join forces with me and teach Ayden Jane to slow down and listen. They will make her understand that sometimes the answer is no, even when you want it to be yes and can make an excellent argument.
Wish us luck!
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