People feel more comfortable when they don't have to guess what another is feeling or thinking - OTFD facilitates clear and "visible" communication. By practicing this technique regularly you and your child can build a safe environment to resolve differences, and maintain a strong relationship.

Observe - Something you observed with your senses that anyone else can observe. Example: "I noticed you came home 20 minutes after your curfew last night."

Think - A thought or opinion about what you observed. Example: "My thought is that you don't respect the rules we agreed on about a curfew."

Feel - A feeling you had about what you observed. Example: "I feel disappointed because you didn't uphold your side of our agreement."

Desire - What you want (your desire). Example: "My desire is for you to be responsible enough to get yourself home on time. If you are going to be late, I would like to have an agreement that you will call before your curfew."

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