“You shouldn't comfort a crying child who just wants more toys”
Agree
- Teaches healthy boundaries early
- Can't reward every tantrum
- Kids need to learn disappointment
- Entitlement starts young
- Comfort shouldn't equal material things
Disagree
- They're too young to understand yet
- Emotional needs come first always
- A little indulgence won't hurt
- Building security matters most
- Harsh lessons can wait
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