Tweet Criticizing Parents Who Raise Their Children As Miniature Versions Of Themselves Sparks A Discussion
Everyone has their opinions on having children. Some want a big family, with a gaggle of children running around the house. Others are more into a single-kid-parenting. Of course, there are those who get shudders just thinking about being a parent. However, no matter how many (or how little) kids you wish to have, you have certain preconceptions of what parenting should be.
Some aim for the strict approach, others aim to let their kids have their freedom. Yet no one seems to have the right way to do it. And it’s probably because a single way to raise a child doesn’t exist. All we can do is adapt and take pointers here and there to make it the best experience for both, the parent and the child.
One Tumblr user shared a tweet about parenting that gained attention and sparked a discussion, prompting people to post their experiences and opinions. Scroll down below to read what they had to say and don’t forget to tell us what you think in the comments.
One tweet about parenting was shared around on Tumblr
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The tweet quickly sparked a discussion on the platform, prompting people to share their experiences and opinions
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Kids should be allowed to express themselves in a safe and non-harming way. While my youngest was growing up we were not sure if she was going to be trans, gay, or straight. We allowed her to come to terms with who she is as a person and allow her to express her individuality as best as we could. She is still fighting with who she is, but she does know that she is loved and supported.
Non-judgemental support is the best thing you could have done for her, and it's what many more children need from their parents. And sadly, a lot don't get it.
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For the sake of being real: whether my child is liberal or conservative or a purple striped zebra- I may not agree with them, but so long as they go about their beliefs in a respectful way I will be proud. Not hurt at all. It's us adults who need to learn to get along with each other.
I know two die-hard conservatives who are intelligent, articulate, and respectful even while discussing politics. One of them is my father. (I also know a handful who are not.) But even though I disagree with some (not all) of these people's conclusions, I have complete respect for them because they are not bigotted; they have no interest in bringing other people down. I think as long as one can teach one's children to be respectful, we all win.
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Just makes me think of THIS BE THE VERSE by Philip Larkin. They f**k you up, your mum and dad. They may not mean to, but they do. They fill you with the faults they had and add some extra, just for you. But they were f****d up in their turn by fools in old-style hats and coats, who half the time were soppy-stern and half at one another’s throats. Man hands on misery to man, it deepens like a coastal shelf. Get out as early as you can, and don’t have any kids yourself.
Kids should be allowed to express themselves in a safe and non-harming way. While my youngest was growing up we were not sure if she was going to be trans, gay, or straight. We allowed her to come to terms with who she is as a person and allow her to express her individuality as best as we could. She is still fighting with who she is, but she does know that she is loved and supported.
Non-judgemental support is the best thing you could have done for her, and it's what many more children need from their parents. And sadly, a lot don't get it.
Load More Replies... For the sake of being real: whether my child is liberal or conservative or a purple striped zebra- I may not agree with them, but so long as they go about their beliefs in a respectful way I will be proud. Not hurt at all. It's us adults who need to learn to get along with each other.
I know two die-hard conservatives who are intelligent, articulate, and respectful even while discussing politics. One of them is my father. (I also know a handful who are not.) But even though I disagree with some (not all) of these people's conclusions, I have complete respect for them because they are not bigotted; they have no interest in bringing other people down. I think as long as one can teach one's children to be respectful, we all win.
Load More Replies... Just makes me think of THIS BE THE VERSE by Philip Larkin. They f**k you up, your mum and dad. They may not mean to, but they do. They fill you with the faults they had and add some extra, just for you. But they were f****d up in their turn by fools in old-style hats and coats, who half the time were soppy-stern and half at one another’s throats. Man hands on misery to man, it deepens like a coastal shelf. Get out as early as you can, and don’t have any kids yourself.
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