Dontopedalogy is the science of opening your mouth and putting your foot in it, which I've practised for many years.
Prince PhilipIt's no use saying do this, do that, don't do that ... it's very easy when children want something to say no immediately. I think it's quite important not to give an unequivocal answer at once. Much better to think it over. Then, if you eventually say no, I think they really accept it.
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