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:It is healthy, normal growth and development.3-8 year-olds are expanding in multiple ways.They’re experiencing independence.It’s how God wired them to grow.Most kids don’t intend harm: they’re learning and curious.There are similarities in ages and stages, but there is a uniqueness to each child.They’re learning cause and effect, and how they impact the environment.It helps kids figure out if something is right for them.Some kids are rule followers.These kids need help learning to break rules, to teach them adaptability and that it’s okay to be imperfect.When we create a safe way for them to be naughty, we do not get unexpected explosions of naughtiness.Kids are learning how to handle emotions.We can create ways to help them release frustration without leading to disaster in a social setting.Young children can’t be expected to function perfectly for long periods of time without melting down.If you give your kids little outlets for their emotions, you’ll avoid the explosions and outbursts.And now… Creative ways to let your kids feel like they’re being mischievous!Crazy car chase!Allow your child to use a hole punch/sharpie/stapler.Eat ice cream before dinner.Use a loaf of bread like playdough.Pillow fights on the bedBubbles inside the houseLet them jump in the pool with their clothes on.Connect with Kelly!Monthly MembershipInstagramPlease subscribe to the podcastYouTubeApple PodcastsSpotify

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