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Pete Zicato · 03-26-2013, 11:42 AM

I recognize this type of behavior from dealing with kids. If they think the issue is open/negotiable they will continue to negotiate/whine.

You have to indicate by word or tone that the issue is closed. One method I have used to good effect is to repeat the exact same phrase. Do not vary in the slightest. By the third time, they normally get the picture.

I want …
We're not buying that.
*negotiation
We're not buying that.

Etc.

It's worth a shot.

03-26-2013, 11:42 AM	#685
Pete Zicato Turns out my CRS is a symptom of TMB. Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Chicago suburbs Posts: 2,916	I recognize this type of behavior from dealing with kids. If they think the issue is open/negotiable they will continue to negotiate/whine. You have to indicate by word or tone that the issue is closed. One method I have used to good effect is to repeat the exact same phrase. Do not vary in the slightest. By the third time, they normally get the picture. I want … We're not buying that. *negotiation We're not buying that. Etc. It's worth a shot. __________________ Talk nerdy to me.