Consistency in discipline is key from "summary" of Dare To Discipline by James Dr Dobson
The principle of consistency in discipline is as important as the air we breathe. It is the foundation upon which all effective parenting is built. Without consistency, discipline becomes a meaningless exercise in frustration. Children need to know where the boundaries lie, and they need to know that those boundaries will be enforced every single time. When parents are inconsistent in their discipline, they send mixed messages to their children. This confusion can lead to a breakdown in the parent-child relationship and can result in a lack of respect for authority. Children are like sponges, absorbing everything that goes on around them. If they see that they can get away with misbehavior one day and be punished for it the next, they will quickly learn to push the limits and test the boundaries. Consistency in discipline is not always easy. It requires patience, perseverance, and a willingness to follow throu...
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