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Scenario

How to Handle the Line Between Imagination and Lying in Toddlers

My three year old tells elaborate stories that aren't true and I can't tell if it's imagination or lying and I don't want to crush her creativity but I value honesty.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Natural developmental phases challenge parental values in ways that require nuanced responses rather than clear rules.

Your guide for this
Rabia
Rabia works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Toddler development and discipline philosophy?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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