What Are the Consequences of "Not Doing"?

"Not doing," or a lack of the will to act, can often be mistaken for behavioral, attitudinal, emotional, and learning issues. Typically, a problem with willpower is characterized by the phrase, "I don't want to."

Let’s review some common expressions:

• "I don't want to sit still."
• "I don't want to write."
• "I don't want to read 
• "I don't want to add."
• "I don't want to solve problems."
• "I don't want to respect others."
• "I don't want to follow rules."
• "I don't want to agree."
• "I don't want to understand.”
• "I don't want to try again."
• "I don't want to do it."
• "I don't want to listen to you."

Both problems with willpower and specific difficulties can be addressed through action; however, challenges often require mediation, a gradual increase in complexity, and more repetitions to be effectively overcome.

Has your child ever expressed that they don't want to do something?