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Beyond Time-Outs · $24.99
Behaviour & Discipline · Ages 1-12
Beyond Time-Outs
A Script-Based Guide to Connection-First Discipline
$24.99
What this guide solves
Inside the guide
Introduction
p. 5
The Core Philosophy
p. 7
The Connection-First Script Formula
p. 9
Before You Respond: The Parent's Nervous System
p. 11
Script Library for Common Behavioural Triggers
p. 13
Scripts by Parent Goal
p. 41
What Not to Say, and Why
p. 47
Boundaries Without Punishment
p. 49
The Repair Section
p. 52
Quick Reference Pages
p. 56
Real-Life Examples
p. 62
Age Adjustments
p. 70
When Scripts Are Not Enough
p. 73
A Final Word
p. 75
References and Further Reading
p. 77
Common questions
The scripts cover toddlers through to children aged around 12. Each section includes age-adjusted versions, so you can find what fits where your child actually is right now.
It sits in the authoritative parenting space, warm and firm at the same time. It is not permissive. Every script includes a clear limit. The approach is grounded in attachment research and the AAP's guidance on effective discipline.
No. The Script Library is designed to be opened at the section that matches the moment you are in. If hitting keeps coming up, go straight to that entry. If you need to repair after a hard day, go to the Repair section.
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About the research
Every claim in this guide is sourced to a peer-reviewed study or clinical guideline. References are listed in full at the end of the guide.