Mum, Dad... Please Be Careful: Your Words Leave Marks!
- Admin
- 7 days ago
- 1 min read
A careless joke, a harsh threat, or a broken promise may feel small to us but to a child, it can leave a scar that lasts.
Mum, Dad... Please Be Careful: Your Words Leave Marks!
Discipline matters, but not at the cost of your child’s happiness at home.
What we say to our children every day shapes who they become. A child’s emotions, their consistency, and even their character are deeply influenced by how we communicate with them. That’s why our words carry so much weight.
Good communication builds confidence and trust. But careless words, threats, or sarcasm can leave lasting marks on a child’s heart.
Here are a few things parents should avoid saying or doing:
• Threatening your child. This shows weak communication and makes them fear you, not respect you.
• Having no clear rules at home. Without structure, children feel lost and unsure.
• Lying to your child. Be honest in a way they can understand, based on their age.
• Ignoring your own rules. If parents break the rules, children will believe rules don’t matter.
• Using sarcasm. Children under five don’t understand abstract concepts. They see the world only from their own perspective, not from someone else’s.
Discipline should guide, not crush. When we choose our words carefully, we raise children who are emotionally strong, respectful, and secure in themselves.
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