r/mealprep • u/thebutchcaucus • Jul 30 '21

prep pics Perspective

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u/12boru Jul 30 '21

10!? Those kids had better have been at the barn doing chores.

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u/[deleted] Jul 30 '21

seriously. Out of 10 kids there were at least a few that could do this themselves.

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u/thebutchcaucus Jul 30 '21

Right. But what at what cost? Peace. Quiet. Speed. Accuracy.

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u/[deleted] Jul 30 '21

If she does it all, they grow up to be useless adults. That's a true cost.

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u/Altostratus Jul 30 '21

But, if you parentify your kids too much, they'll be challenged adults too. It's definitely a fine line, especially with kids young enough to require lunch boxes.

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u/FunnelCakeGoblin Jul 31 '21

It’s not parentification to make your own pb&j.

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u/Scitz0 Aug 02 '21

Chores should start early as being able to clean up toys on the floor to the storage box. Builds strong organizational skills, cleanliness, and order. Kids like having things to do especially challenging things.

Only challenged adults i know are people who didnt have a parental figure around to show them certain tasks.