So, every time my 8 year old is asked or questioned. Did you brush your teeth or wash face before school or stuff like that.

He responds with “did you”

“You wash your face “

I find it rude and disrespectful.

He also point “ your not my boss”

It just feels horrible to be talk to like this. I’m just trying to parent but it’s not working. Idk how to respond I’m always just shocked. I have to explained why I ask does things and why they important… he just get more angry.

I do all does thing he just doesn’t see it. I usually do it after they’re gone to bed or school.

Because I’m either helping them or preparing for school stuff for them.

I wouldn’t remind him if he did it on his own..

He also tries to get me worked up.

He pretend to be doing something he isn’t suppose to. He pretended to be eating chocolate first thing in morning. And idk he just very disrespectful in ways of me having to parent him.

I try to stay calm but gosh it’s hard…

Idk I may not be parenting enough.

I took away video games.

But his just got this snap attitude with me.

I feel like it may be because he feels bossed around. But how can I ask for him todo important things like that?

I give him options but sometimes he can’t choose. It’s you have to brush your teeth.

It’s something I can’t negotiate.

Maybe when he does it ?

To add *** he maybe gets 30 min two times a week for video games. Because of after school activities.

Thank you for your advice I will be making some changes! 🩵🩵

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