At 10 years and younger they seem to be able to grasp the consequences of doing this. They can grasp, to a certain level, that it’s all about consequences and personal responsibility and that the consequences could be very serious. If we aren’t predictable, they’ll never learn the predictability of consequences and, as they get older, will always being chancing their arm that they’ll get away with things. At the same time, we should also provide appropriate consequences when something has gone well, has been done well or has been achieved. Positive consequences are equally important.

Source: Otago Daily Times August 08, 2021 16:30 UTC