Let your children in on (almost) every conversation. Reward your children’s inquisitiveness with conversation, and do not dumb ideas down for them. Obviously, there are some things that are inappropriate at various developmental stages and ages, and what you personally decide is appropriate and when will vary by person, but in general, assume that your child is smart and can handle the content of an adult conversation. Don’t try to make them interested, just have it, demonstrate through your actions that this is what is valuable, and they will come to value it too (just like with food).
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