Honestly, that project I had at the office was the only one time that 21 day thing worked for me. Lol!
She's enjoying the routine so far but I'm sure it won't be long before I have to change it up again.
My mum had to teach all four children after school, so I can understand how she felt the need to use slightly extreme measures. Haha.
Yes, I try to be as kind as possible. However, there are instances when I'm all exhausted and I give her one word answers. I think she notices it and stops for a bit to give me a big hug. That often works to give me some sort of a boost throughout the day.
I have three two years apart and didn't need to resort to that XD
though youngest came close quite a few times before we found out it was adhd, he's a lot of hard work
Aww what a gorgeous child ^_^