You cannot actually MAKE your child do anything. She has to want to cooperate. The most you can do is inspire her to choose to follow your directions and directives. You can do this by being the kind of person she WANTS to be guided by. In general, the more a child likes a parent (or teacher), the more the child submits to that person's authority and guidance. In fact, the more she likes the parent (or teacher), the more she wants to BE like that person - she actually WANTS to copy and learn from the adults she cares about. To get your child to like you, simply do what you do to get other people to like you - be likable! Ask yourself if - in general - your words, actions and body language are likable during the periods you are engaging with your child.
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