Fernnook Farmgirl: Parenting advice

re: "...A huge part of parenting is to slowly train that little one to consider others. Step by step they must be taught to give up their own felt needs and rights...[snip]...4. Avoid saying, "We can't afford that." That lets the child think that they do deserve whatever it is they want, but that poor Mom and Dad just can't do what is necessary to get it for them. Instead use phrases such as this, "We do not think is is wise to get that," or, "We feel such and such is more important and so we are not going to try and get this for you."...[snip]...7. Remember to model a life of contentment..."...