Discipline: Spanking

[DrPhil]

Originally Posted by Alumiyum

Well, as I clarified, the "child experts" can't "fix" her either. She's a kid, not a toy, computer game, or hairdo. Parenting isn't a game with scorecards

I know what parenting is.

Originally Posted by Alumiyum

and looking down upon others doesn't mean one is right. It means one has a personal opinion.

Well, you're the one who called your cousin's child annoying.

Originally Posted by Alumiyum

My personal opinion is that parents who are loving, consistent, and willing to be creative in their methods of teaching/disciplining their children are good parents.

I essentially said this in my very first post.

I don't think we disagree. I think we have two different angles for the same point. If you think your cousin is an excellent parent whose child is just...whatever no matter what...then okay.

[Alumiyum]

Originally Posted by DrPhil

I know what parenting is.



Well, you're the one who called your cousin's child annoying.



I essentially said this in my very first post.

I don't think we disagree. I think we have two different angles for the same point. If you think your cousin is an excellent parent whose child is just...whatever no matter what...then okay.

I'll say this. I do not believe children are things to be "fixed". I think they have individual personalities and thoughts and sometimes even patience and consistency don't work.

And for every expert with opinion A there are three more with opinion B, and all four have credibility. (But, that's the case in any field of course).

[DrPhil]

Originally Posted by Alumiyum

I'll say this. I do not believe children are things to be "fixed". I think they have individual personalities and thoughts and sometimes even patience and consistency don't work.

And for every expert with opinion A there are three more with opinion B, and all four have credibility. (But, that's the case in any field of course).

As long as you know that we aren't disagreeing. Do not take my use of "fix" so literally.

[starang21]

i watch shows like that nanny show, and think i'll enjoy putting the fear of God in my child.



don't judge me.