• zalgotext@sh.itjust.works
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      Lying to coerce a child into doing something they hate could be fine. But it also could be catastrophic. The proper* parenting move is obviously to figure out why the child doesn’t like going to school, and address that.

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          I’m a new parent. When the time comes I’m going to do my best to help them figure out how to enjoy school. I’m sure you will / would too when it comes came down to it.

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          You can either accept that as an inevitability, or try and figure out ways for your child to actually enjoy school. The latter makes you a better parent.

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      Because they were lied to unnecessarily.

      The parent is trading long term trust and respect in their relationship for short term compliance. That should only be done in emergencies.