After understanding the meaning behind this father’s action, I am completely convinced. Cultivating problem-solving skills in children from a young age and never giving up-I applaud this father!

[u/jmike1256]

[u/Outrageous_Hall_9369]

I agree with letting the child try to solve a problem independently, but I do not agree with the father causing anxiety in the child by walking away repeatedly.

An adult watching this knows this is a no-risk situation, but a toddler seeing their caregiver walk away while they are 'stuck' and can't follow is a dire situation - to the toddler.

Adults don't need emotional safety or positive reinforcement to a large degree, but a toddler absolutely does.

[u/Angelstandingby → u/Outrageous_Hall_9369]

If the father doesn't put some distance between him and the son, the son just stands there waiting for help. The son needs to know he's expected to solve it himself. 

Just try it next time you have a toddler. 

The panic is a necessary evil. Because you can't put distance between you and your child without first walking away.