@OP
I agree with most of the contribution so far. We don't raise children, we raise future adults and our success can be measured in our children's ability to navigate the demands of the society they find themselves in when they leave the nest.
Like others, I taught my kids about the ways of the world when they were ready. This usually tracks with age and associated cognitive development, but it must be catered to the individual child. I would never lie to a child, but at the same time withholding certain information is appropriate if they are not yet able to properly consider it.
I agree with most of the contribution so far. We don't raise children, we raise future adults and our success can be measured in our children's ability to navigate the demands of the society they find themselves in when they leave the nest.
Like others, I taught my kids about the ways of the world when they were ready. This usually tracks with age and associated cognitive development, but it must be catered to the individual child. I would never lie to a child, but at the same time withholding certain information is appropriate if they are not yet able to properly consider it.
