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#RI-6aa2315e·4 months ago·
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Tried to get ice cream with a child

Child had a meltdown at the ice cream shop, and I gave in to their demands

What I wish I knew
"How to handle tantrums more effectively"
If I could tell you one thing
"Set clear boundaries and stick to them"
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8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
SettledMixedSevere

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parenting decisions logged. Avg regret 6.6/10 across the category.
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