Youre constantly stuck between being a caring parent and teaching them important life lessons and skills.
She wasnt on anymeds, as her counseling sessions seemed to be working.
At home, there was a rule: if you want fastfood, you pay for it yourself.
This was not about saving a few bucks but about teaching her how to be independent.
One day, the OP and his daughter were out running errands.
OP, ever the practical parent, suggested to his daughter she eat something before they left.
But nope, she wasnt hungry.
Fast forward a few hours, and hunger strikes she wanted to stop at Wendys.
They pulled up, and the OP told hisdaughterto go order while he grabbed them a couple of seats.
He told her that if she wanted to eat, she had to do it herself.
The OP turned to Reddit to ask if he was the jerk in this situation.
All over the place.
One user commented, Ive seen what happens when a kid with anxiety is coddled by a parents help.
It looks like a 35-year-old who cant even do their own groceries.
Others thought the OP was too harsh, potentially setting his daughter back instead of helping her.
They argued a more supportive approach, like standing next to her while she ordered, couldve eased heranxiety.
One critic said, A successful purchase means next time will be easier.
An unsuccessful outing will set her back and make next time harder.
You made next time harder!
This anxiety can mess with school performance, friendships, you name it.
Early intervention through counseling and gradual exposure to anxiety-inducing situations can help build confidence and coping skills.
Often times, kids only start learning these skills when theyre in high school.
Its important not to delay teaching kids how to deal with real-life situations until theyre teenagers.
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