Caught my son lying and it broke my heart

Apr 211 min read

Had to sit down with my 7yo yesterday after I found out he lied about finishing his homework. I wasn't even mad about the homework, you know? I was disappointed that he thought he needed to deceive me. Spent an hour talking about how Jesus calls us to honesty even when it's hard, and how I can't lead him spiritually if I'm not being real about my own struggles with pride and anger. Had him pray with me about asking God for help with temptation. These moments make me realize how serious this dad thing really is. Praying he internalizes this lesson.

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Comments(4)

DDerekRegularApr 21

That's the hardest part of parenting right there. When you realize they're figuring out how to lie and you have to decide how to address it. Hang in there, sounds like you're doing it right by taking it seriously.

PPedroRegularApr 22

This stuff hits different when they're that age. The disappointment is so much worse than anger. I went through something similar with my son and it definitely made me examine my own approach to discipline.

LLucas M.RegularApr 21

Been there. Seven year old homework lies. What helped me was explaining that I was disappointed not angry, and that honesty matters more than getting everything right. Took a few conversations but he got it.

MMarcusNew DadApr 23

That's tough man. Seven is still so young but old enough to understand what lying means. How'd you handle the conversation? I know with three kids I'm constantly dealing with honesty issues.