Ep. #15 - Why You Should Allow Your Kids to be Naughty

Today, Kelly is admitting that she likes to let kids be naughty, and she’s sharing two ways that it’s beneficial for you and for your child when you allow mischief to occur. She also shares several real-life examples - including her own childhood experience! - to emphasize how giving children the freedom to be “naughty” can help them understand themselves in a deeper way.

Two Ways That Naughtiness Is Beneficial:

1. It is healthy, normal growth and development.

   1. 3-8 year-olds are expanding in multiple ways.

   2. They’re experiencing independence.

   3. It’s how God wired them to grow.

   4. Most kids don’t intend harm: they’re learning and curious.

   5. There are similarities in ages and stages, but there is a uniqueness to each child.