Are there real - life examples of children asking to be spanked?
There could be a situation where a child misinterprets the concept of discipline. If they see spanking as a way to show that they are sorry, they might ask for it. Say a child spills a drink on an important document. They might think that asking to be spanked is a way to show their remorse, even though it's not an ideal form of expressing regret.
In a family where there is a lot of talk about discipline and consequences, a child might internalize that so much that they ask to be spanked. For example, in a religious family where moral teachings often include the idea of punishment for sins, a child might apply this concept to their small misbehaviors and ask for spanking, thinking it's the right thing to do. But again, we should always strive for positive and non - violent forms of discipline.
Yes, there are. Some children who are very rule - abiding may ask for it if they think they have seriously broken a rule. For example, a child who accidentally let the family pet escape might feel so bad that they ask for spanking as a form of self - punishment.
