I had a similar reckoning on a recent drive. My 3-year-old figured out that saying she felt sick could earn her a break from the car seat. So when she said her tummy hurt, I assumed she was bluffing—and kept driving. Big mistake. She threw up all over herself, the seat, the car. I didn’t listen because I was in a rush. I didn’t believe her—and I was wrong. I felt awful. Next time, I’ll lead with a little more compassion. Great post—thanks for sharing.
I had a similar reckoning on a recent drive. My 3-year-old figured out that saying she felt sick could earn her a break from the car seat. So when she said her tummy hurt, I assumed she was bluffing—and kept driving. Big mistake. She threw up all over herself, the seat, the car. I didn’t listen because I was in a rush. I didn’t believe her—and I was wrong. I felt awful. Next time, I’ll lead with a little more compassion. Great post—thanks for sharing.
Cheers Zach. It's a learning curve for us all. Great to learn it when she's so young.
My Achilles heel is saying, "In a minute." That always turns into more than a minute. I'm trying to do better and told my kids to call me out on it.
So good that you are allowing them to keep you on track.
Dealing with it is healing with it. More power to you. ⚡
Thanks man 👊
Relatable. Thank you.
Thanks Paul. 🙏