The goal: Keep the child happy. (seems good) The trend: Be the child’s best pal. (sounds pleasant) BUT…the reality is relationship without rules breeds resentment. relationship without rules breeds resentment. Click To Tweet Here are the top 6 ways to increase bitterness in a child’s heart by being his all time best chum. The best bud parent: 1. is over-indulgent: Says yes to every material item and whim under the sun. The child never has to earn anything and doesn’t experience the chance to say, “Yes I worked for that.” 2. is unable to make a decision: An indecisive parent …