Child Quote by Douglas Wilson
““When the parent is qualified to discipline, he probably does not feel like it, and when he feels like it, he is probably not qualified.””
About This Quote
Source Book: "The Church in the World", 1995
Parents may lack the willingness or ability to discipline; when they feel compelled, they often lack skill.
In simple terms: Discipline requires both desire and competence.
Key Takeaway
Develop both willingness and skill to discipline.
Themes
parenting
discipline
authority
Mood
thoughtful
practical
Type
educational
guidance
When to use this quote
- family meetings
- child behavior correction
- parent training
Key Concepts
responsibility
skill gap
motivation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can parents build disciplinary skills?
- What supports help willingness become competence?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on willingness can ignore needed training.
