India, Sept. 7 -- Children engage in their own fun antics regularly. While they are endearing to parents, there's always a limit, mostly for their own safety and wellbeing. This is where parents need to be assertive, as children are not aware or mature enough to understand the consequences of their actions. Setting boundaries is essential, but saying 'no' can also backfire, whether it leads to an emotional outburst or children quietly feeling hurt.

Dr Chandni Tugnait, psychotherapist, founder and director of Gateway of Healing, shared with HT Lifestyle how saying no to children also matters. She highlighted that saying no is not rejection. Dr Tugnait further explained, "Many parents struggle with the word 'no.' It feels harsh, as though ...