Planning … Sweetly

Every time I go to a market with my son, I will make a promise that he can tell me one thing he wants to get BEFORE we step in to the market.   It could be a carrot, jelly beans, eggs – whatever he likes.

 

The reason is – I am training him not to make the “impulsive decision” at the check out line.

 

We always stay “near the store walls” – and avoid middle isle where the packaged, process foods are.

 

But the register areas are inevitable…

 

He likes sweets.   And he can get them in moderation.  But the tricky thing is – I do not want him to think that these candies are reward – or something special.   If he thinks they are prizes, he would put too much value in them – and will make his purchase decision accordingly when he is on his own.

 

Yes, I do not deprive him from sweets.

 

By planning ahead, you can save money, and also control the sugar intakes for yourself and your children.

 

 

 

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