We’re all guilty of spoiling our children at one time or another, probably more times than less, and there’s nothing wrong with that!
We want our children to feel that they’re loved, valued, safe and secure, and indulging them in little things that they might want simply reinforces and strengthens those feelings of acceptance and emotional security.
Not to mention it’s fun for the parents, too! Seeing your child’s face light up with a huge smile provides you with a sense of happiness and gratification, as well!
Now, unlike spoiling them with material things, there is one mistake that can be detrimental to your child’s future and it’s a very easy one for parents to make!
This is the overwhelming impulse, that some parent’s have, to give their children a free pass when it comes to making mistakes!
Children need to learn to take responsibility for their actions so that they do not become adults believing that nothing is their fault!
While the consequences for their bad deeds or actions might vary from parent to parent, there should always be repercussions when children make the wrong choices in life.
It’s the only way for them to learn that there are right ways to do things and wrong ways!
It’s the only way to ensure that they grow up to be responsible adults who are willing to be accountable for their obligations, and their word.