Mom’s 6-year-old asks the kind of questions that leave parents laughing—and low-key rethinking life
Credit: Tiktok/@jaybiscoe
“Why are you always going to work but never have any money?” to “When I sneeze do my bones come out?”
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When Atlanta mom Jay Biscoe opened TikTok to share a short list of questions her 6-year-old son had asked in just one week, she probably didn’t expect more than 4.1 million people to watch along. But the clip struck a chord.
In the video, Biscoe rattles off her son’s unfiltered curiosities, from, “Why are you always going to work but never have any money?” to “When I sneeze do my bones come out?” Her caption summed it up simply: “6 years old don’t come with a filter and I am not OK 😂.”
Parents across the internet immediately recognized themselves in her experience. Because sooner or later, every child discovers that asking the big questions—and the hilariously blunt ones—is part of their job.
Why six feels like the “no-filter” age with a boost of developmental curiosity
Biscoe says it all shifted once her son hit age six—a mix of toddler sweet and sharp-questioning philosopher bundled into one energetic package.
This change goes beyond parenting intuition and reflects what’s happening in a child’s brain development. Around this age, children begin to grasp that other people can have different thoughts or beliefs—this is the foundation of theory of mind, and research shows it doesn’t fully emerge until age six or seven. That budding awareness unleashes a torrent of questions: Why, how come, what if—straight from the brain’s new story-processing center.
Jean Piaget, a Swiss psychologist known for his work on child development, called this period the preoperational stage, where kids between about ages two and seven start to use intuitive—or “gut”—reasoning.
Between this age, they move into what Piaget described as the intuitive thought substage, where reasoning is based more on perception and instinct than on logic. Every silly question, pretend game, or new word is part of how kids test out their understanding of the world.
In short: Six-year-olds have new mental tools and so much to say they don’t—or can’t—filter.
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Parents everywhere are nodding (and laughing) along
Once Biscoe’s clip went viral, parents from all over started chiming in. Comment threads quickly turned into mini support groups, full of shared stories and reactions to the “tiny philosopher” in action.
- Simo sultan: “Ur enemy is under your roof”
- Mrs X: “VALID questions 😭”
- CozyGhost 🇨🇦: “You’re raising a critical thinker. This is good.”
- Dannibabi11: “Number 1 would have made me crash out 😭😭”
- TrustNHim: “Gentle parenting when kids ain’t gentle 💯”
- HelluvaVibe|StatementFashion❌: “That baby chose violence and standing ten toes down on it 😂😂”
- Višnja 🍒 /Vishnia/: “He’s too smart, stop him from learning any more 😅😅😅”
The details differ, but the experience is universal: kids this age speak their minds with unflinching honesty, and parents can’t help but laugh—even if it stings a little. It’s a mix of comedy, humility, and awe all rolled into one, reminding parents that their child’s curiosity is a sign of growth and intelligence.
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What parents can take away from the no-filter stage
While these questions can feel like tiny daggers (“Why are you always at work but never have money?”), they’re also proof of something wonderful: your child is paying attention. Here’s what this stage means for parents:
- It’s a sign of growth. These unfiltered comments show that kids are testing their reasoning skills, sense of humor, and relationship with you—all at once.
- The sting comes with sweetness. One minute they’re pointing out your gray hairs, the next they’re saying something so thoughtful it melts your heart.
- Humor is your ally. Meeting their bluntness with laughter can keep the connection light and playful.
- Patience goes a long way. Answering their wildest questions (when you have the energy) affirms their curiosity and keeps communication open. And when you don’t have the energy? That’s normal too—this stage can be as draining as it is delightful, and taking a breath for yourself is part of the process.
- It’s unforgettable—for a reason. This “tiny philosopher” phase doesn’t last forever, but it’s one of the most memorable milestones of childhood.
- It can feel exhausting, too. Constant questions and blunt observations can wear on even the most patient parent. You’re not failing if you feel tapped out—it’s a natural response to a very full-on phase.
Related: It’s science: Encouraging curiosity helps your children find future success
The beauty in their bluntness
As exhausting as the constant questions can be, they’re also a reminder of how closely kids are watching, listening, and learning from us. At six, their honesty comes without filters—but it also comes with a kind of purity that makes even the toughest questions worth hearing.
So the next time your child asks something that makes you laugh, cry, or momentarily rethink your entire life, know you’re not alone. Parents everywhere are navigating the same no-filter stage, and yes—it’s both hilarious and humbling.
From the mouths of babes.
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