Son broke a window in a tantrum—what’s a fair punishment?

StockSansCaribou · 2026-05-08T13:45:09+00:00

Howdy fellow dad bruhs, my wife and I need advice on handling this. We were playing catch when she stepped outside, announced she was heading to the grocery store, and hinted she wanted me to join, muscly, to grab water and dog food—“the more the merrier,” she said. I told my son to load up; we’re going with Mom and baby sister. HERES THE SITUATION FOR THOSE WHO WANNA SKIP READING Son (8) tossed the ball toward the house, shouted “oh come on!” and shattered the front window’s outer pane. I stared, then said, “dude, eally? Let’s be big boys, no temper tantrums. If you broke that window I’m gonna be VERY upset with you. You’re not gonna like that decision later.” I walked over, saw the broken pane, and told him I need time to think of his punishment. Here I am, seeking wisdom from fellow dad bruhs!

superthunderbox

If you can, show him and get him to help fix the window. If you can’t (I can’t either, no judgment), have him watch the person who does and help. It’s okay to feel strong emotions. It’s not okay to ignore things that get broken along the way.

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