As I write this, I feel compelled to assure all concerned that I do realize that Cliff and Claire Huxtable are not real people and that The Cosby Show is just that…a tv show. However, as a parent of young children, one must find teachable moments where I can. That also applies to opportunities to learn as well.
That being said, in the third episode, I was struck by Cliff and Claire’s use of natural consequences when dealing with Vanessa’s disobedience. Vanessa had gone behind their backs and went to see a scary movie. She quickly grows to regret it and has nightmares and is too afraid to sleep in her own room. They did not yell at her or ground her…there was no need. Her nightmares were punishment enough. I wish I was more adept at identifying appropriate natural consequences. Sometimes I just end up piling on rather than considering how the kids can learn from their mistakes. In those situations, I have to remember WWCD?
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