Summary of Episode 320: Have a Child Who Acts Spoiled or Entitled? Here’s What’s Really Going On
- What does it mean to act spoiled?
- How does someone act spoiled?
- What to do if your child is acting spoiled?
- What does it mean to act like a spoiled brat?
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Acting spoiled involves
demonstrating entitled, demanding, and self-centered behavior, often characterized by tantrums when desires are not immediately met. Key traits include a lack of patience,CONSTANT bargaining, and a refusal to accept “no” for an answer. It stems from being allowed to have anything one wants.
Demand Immediate Gratification: Whine or act out if you don’t get what you want right away.
Act Entitled: Expect special treatment and believe the world revolves around you.
Be Ungrateful: Show little appreciation for gifts or efforts made by others.
Throw Tantrums: Create a scene or sulk when faced with rules, limits, or refusal.
Avoid Responsibility: Refuse to take blame or handle chores/tasks.
Constant Complaining: Never be satisfied and always want more or something else.
Note: This is a description of behavioral traits often associated with the phrase, based on psychological definitions.
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Episode 320
Many children with big emotions can act spoiled or entitled at times — like they expect their to get want, all of the time. And even though it can be tempting to give in for the sake of family peace, there are better ways to help our children in these situations… so they can learn how to handle not getting their way in the future.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- Why kids with big emotions seem to always want more, more, more
- What we can ask ourselves to know if we’re giving our children what they truly need (or just want they want)
- One thing all parents can give their kids so they don’t keep asking for more
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