When reading a question have you ever thought...?

Question

When reading a question have you ever thought: the asker should have thought about the problem in question before it even resulted in a problem?

For example: “How can I stop my child from demanding a toy every time we go to the store?” Then in the details they explain how they used to get them a toy every time but now they want to stop. OR “How can I stop my two year old from swearing?” Then goes on to say they only swore around her until she started having a potty mouth.

It's questions like those that make me wonder if anyone out there is cautious and aware what they are doing now can and will positively or negatively affect the future.

Are there that many parents who think of consequences or their actions or am I alone on this?

Answer 1

Nope you're not the only one but unfortunately, common sense isn't all that common anymore. Children learn by example, and parents need to think about what they are teaching their children -- by their actions, not by their words.

Answer 2

Sure we think about them but its hard to stand in front of the mirror and see our faults and mistakes as parents and some days its just easier for someone else to tell you over a computer.

Answer 3

yeah i am trying to watch my mouth now around my 5month old. And i am trying to prevent a myriad of other problems in the future. i think it is easier to prevent a problem than to fix it

Answer 4

I completely understand your questions but its natural in life for everyone to make mistakes and its never to late to try and take another road.

Answer 5

What you are talking about is forsight and I practice it all of the time.