So You Want a Disobedient Child

Many parents today have expressed, by their words and actions, their deep desire to have a child who disobeys. After all, such a child is a joy and credit to any parent! If you have want your child to become disobedient, then follow these tried-and-true methods. When you do, little Johnny or darling Suzie will be the most disobedient children you’ve ever seen.

First, don’t mean what you say. If you tell a child once to do something, and he doesn’t do it, then repeat yourself until you give up. This way, you will seem like you are being a good parent but really teach your children not to heed your words.

Second, ignore wrongdoing. If you see your children hit another child, run around in a restaurant or other misbehaviors, simply turn the other way and pretend you see nothing. This teaches your children that they can get away with anything. So let them run wild in a restaurant or climb over the “do not pass” rope in the museum. The more you turn your back on childish misbehavior, the more disobedient your child will become.

Third, be inconsistent with discipline. Instead of nipping misbehavior when you see the first inkling, you let it slide until you can’t take it any longer. Then yell at the kids and the whole cycle begins anew.

Fourth, feel guilty about hurting their feelings. Whenever your parenting decisions triggers tears and pleas, reverse yourself immediately. This way, you’ll make sure your child will know that you can be convinced to change your mind. That’s key to a helping your child become a disobedient one.

I’m sure you can probably think of more ways to help your child be disobedient, but these will put you on the right path. Of course, if you want an obedient child, simply flip these suggestions 180 degrees and follow those precepts.

Until next time,

Sarah