Some of the saddest things to witness are parents who are afraid to correct, caution, or even advise their own children. Some are intimidated by teenagers, while others have surrendered authority to children who are not even ten years old.
The result often becomes painfully visible in public—rudeness, disrespect, tantrums, and poor behaviour. Yet, instead of correcting the child, some parents defend them with, "Don't teach me how to train my child."
Love without correction is not love; it is neglect disguised as affection. Character is built from a very young age. If inappropriate behaviour is tolerated from the age of two, it may become far more difficult to correct later in life.
The world will not make excuses for the adult your child eventually becomes. Teach them respect, discipline, accountability, and humility while they are still willing to learn. The greatest gift a parent can give a child is not unlimited freedom, but the wisdom to know when they are wrong.