ways I am preparing my kids for real life

i never thought much of it due to how I was raised, however, I’ve noticed many kids aren’t taught these simple tactics for getting stuff done while providing an incentive.

Over the last 9 years I’ve taught all three kids that you always have to exchange something to get what you want in return.

so we go to work as adults in turn for money to get what we want and pay bills.

ive always been a fan of “trading” something with the kids when they want something, because that’s just how the world works anyway

With the kids being older now, 18, 16, & 9, they are all well-versed with my bargaining

whenever they want money, a gift card, or anything that’s outside the normal they will ask what they can do to earn it or I’ll offer something so I can get a break from some chore around the house since I work 6 days a week currently and my husband 2 jobs.

While it’s not always successful, generally, all parties benefit from this approach. The kids get what they want, and we get something done that we didn’t have time to do

I wouldn’t say it’s foolproof, but it makes things easier, plus they know they have to do something in exchange for what they want

what are some ways you had winning moments as a parents?