1. Don't spoil me. I know quite well that I ought not to have all that I ask for. I am only testing you.
2. Don't be afriad to be firm with me. I prefer it. it makes me feel more secure.
3. Don't let me form bad habits. I have to rely on you to direct them in the early stages.
4. Don't make me feel smaller than I am. it only makes me behave badly.
5. Don't correct me in front of other people if you can help it. I'll take much more notice if you talk quietly with me in private.
6. Don't protect me from consequences. I need to learn the painful way sometimes.
7. Don't try to preach to me. You'd be surprised how well I know what's right and wrong.
8. Don't nag. If you do, I shall have to protect myself by appearing deaf.
