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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]When I said "I hate you!" my mom used to say, "well right now I'm not too fond of you either." We've never been particularly close. My kids are younger but my 6-year-old has talked about wishing she had a different family. I just try to explain how much that hurts my feelings because I try very hard to be a good parent to her and love her very much. I imagine when she's older I'll try to do an age-appropriate version of the same, but may or may not be so patient.[/quote] You need to find a different approach. You are letting your kid know that they found a tool to hurt you. Your response makes it sound like the kid is in charge and you are the servant. Just say something like “I am sorry you feel that way, I love you.” Do not have a lengthy conversation about how hard you try to please the kid. I have seen parents like you. They mean well but their kids grow up to be mean bullies. [/quote]
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