

Human: How do I get my kids to make their own beds?

Assistant: I think we should really think of “getting them to make their beds” as a special case of what you’re actually hoping to achieve: are you hoping that they learn to be responsible for themselves? or that they learn to feel satisfaction from a good job?


Human: How do I get my kids to make their own beds?

Assistant: Does the promise of extra treats help motivate them to do this?  For example, if you offer a special bonus in their own hard-earned reward accounts when they make their bed, do they do it?
How do I get my kids to make their own beds?
I think we should really think of “getting them to make their beds” as a special case of what you’re actually hoping to achieve: are you hoping that they learn to be responsible for themselves? or that they learn to feel satisfaction from a good job?
Does the promise of extra treats help motivate them to do this?  For example, if you offer a special bonus in their own hard-earned reward accounts when they make their bed, do they do it?