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A parent’s influence is immense, which is why children—even as grown-ups later in life—are often a reflection of what’s been taught to them over the years. Moms and dads typically try their best to instill what they believe is right, hoping that some things will stick or become a positive habit.

A teacher and a mother of two, Payal Desai went viral on TikTok for her ways of raising her children. In a series of videos titled ‘No Dusty Sons’, she shares the valuable lessons she teaches her boys from an early age in the hopes that their future partners won’t have to deal with certain related issues. Payal’s videos—especially her signature look into the soul of the camera—created quite a buzz online and garnered over 243k followers on her TikTok account.

TikToker’s videos went viral after she shared the things she teaches her two sons

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Payal’s videos about raising her boys attract millions of views

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JB
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2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is a very appreciated attribute.

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    James016
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Would that extend to “no mum, I don’t want to be in your videos”?

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    Nico
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The thing that make me uncomfortable is the underlying idea that all men don't understand any of these things unless taught. I am a man and none of these things have been specifically taught. Most men know how to be a good man, without constantly being talked down upon.

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    Ru Bee
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Eva It is normal, I teach Biology, I teach the boys at my school that everyone has underarm hair after puberty butI still shave mine. It's itchy if I don't.

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    baby frog
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    we’re trying this with my brother. he gets so violent and abusive when upset

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    Kat Lyle
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Best thing I learnt was write a list together so you both know what you want and need and whether or not you have it because you will check for the stuff you mentioned first.

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    D. Pitbull
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah... I know more than a few individuals who need this. As in, no, being helpful or considerate *only* within your own narrow scope of "I feel like it now" (but otherwise being insensitive, dismissive or selfish) does not mean you're being mindful and she's being difficult.

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    Connie Bonneville
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Installing soft close seats and expecting everyone in the house male or female to close the lid before they flush so a plume of feces doesn't sprinkle the whole bathroom

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    D. Pitbull
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    More useful... teaching them that abusive incompetence is not acceptable (ie: they might be the one who puts all the stuff away, but when it comes time that their partner wants/needs something... well, gee, they "don't know where it is", guess they just CAN'T help, oh well.)

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    Nick Wheeler
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    To be fair this isn't one of those things that make boys allies to women. If women watched women league sports as much as men watched men leagues sports there wouldn't be such a disparity. Also another thing wrong about these posts is the fact the you make it seem as tho all problems stem from males in a relationship.

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    Mark Bayliss
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or just maybe that if you agree to set off at x time, be ready at x time. It is just as disrespectful to not bother about other people's efforts to be ready at the specified time.

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    Ali Sherlock
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I get the idea behind this but it's been proven that bed bugs thrive in sheets that are covered by doona's etc...leaving the blankets folded at the end of bed for example is better because the open air is deadly to bed bugs.

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    Panda Kicki
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why should she motivate him? If a grown person chooses being a couch potato its their right. Good to have good habits from childhood, but cant see why a partner should be responsible for exercise.

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    Tam illo
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think 200$ serums need justification!

    Andi
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i've been loving this thread so far but this could be 'Teaching my son that its ok for the cosmetic industry to create impossible self image then charge a fortune for product no-one needs.' Better would be 'Teaching my son that its my money to waste if i want to so your daughter doesn't have to justify her spending'.

    Pickles, Pennies, & Ponies
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This one DOES need justification. There are plenty of good brands out there that don't cost you an arm and a leg and they do the job as good or better. If they are $200, you are probably just paying for the name and the fancy bottle.

    H Nunya
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don’t know if I can fully get behind this one…$200 is just too much, especially to consistently spend, especially when so many beauty products are scams.

    Aboredpanda
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just get your serums from "the ordinary", no-one needs a 200$ serum for good skin. Wanting something like that to feel luxurious is a thing, and if you can afford that luxury... you do you. But it's not necessary. And when you share an economy both partners are justified to question expensive purchases if finances are tight.

    Zedrapazia
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No, DON'T, these "serums" are a damn waste of money made by leeches that try to suck you dry of your paychecks by pretending they could sell youth in a bottle.

    Stay Off My Lawn
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I get the meaning but a $200 skin cream had better come in a 5 gallon bucket!

    Tracy Wallick
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Everyone should be taught about quality skincare; we all have skin and it's important!

    Auntriarch
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Absolutely. My husband is learning that 70 year old skin needs TLC

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    Lydia Owen the Bi-tch
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There is little proof of this, the best anti-aging thing is eating healthy and internal things. Your skin is an organ!!! One thing to help your skin the best is sunscreen and keeping hydrated.

    Rachel Smith
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think that's an outlier, I spent 8 dollars on a 20 dollar serum at TJ max. I'm all for skin care but most of the time they upcharge a ridiculous amount.

    Ariadne Toms
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Eeek I was on cloud 9 until I saw this one!

    Ash Conner
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Everyone needs to practice good skin care, yes this means sun block as well. Your Epidermis is the largest ogan in your body. Take care of it. Also, good hygiene is a must for everyone. I know guys that have more skin care then I do.

    Darren Craig
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No need for $200 serums or any make-up maybe teach your daughters not to fall victim to the make-up industry and love herself the way she is. As a man trying to make out with a woman wearing make-up is just gross.

    Milky Way Cookie
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ok but, if your skin needs skincare that expensive, that's not on your partner for being judgemental. You are spending WAY too much money

    Rick Ruckus
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So hydration and nutrition aren't the basis?

    Beeg Wang
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    who is paying for $200 cosmetics! wow. that's a lot of money that is hard to earn.

    Nykky
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The most someone needs is a exfoliator, cleanser, and moisturizer. That's basically it. You do more than that and you're just making it worse for yourself. Do it too often and same thing. It's terrible. Also, sunscreen whenever you go out. Doesn't matter where you are or what the weather is, during daytime, you need sunscreen.

    Timbob
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Total bullskit ! How about $200 Scotch? , golf shoes? , sun glasses ? , for your husband ???

    Toni
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i use a medical skin cream from the pharmacy for about 15€ which lasts for several months. less is more. (i dont use make up, maybe skin needs more care if you put on make up often?)

    James016
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wouldn’t the daughter’s parents teach that?

    MR
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No. No no no. Teach your kid that all that c**p is unnecessary and he shouldn't expect HER to have to do all that overpriced c**p that doesn't do what it says it does.

    Ella Mossdog
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i feel like u r making him gay but oh well

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    Panda Kicki
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What is "retail theraphy "? Like a shopping spree for mental health? I agree with the cleaning, organizing, period awerness etc, but this confused me.

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    Some people believed her views are heteronormative, TikToker responded with a video

    @payalforstyle Replying to @dezloves ♬ original sound - Payal Desai

    Payal’s videos seemingly split the internet into camps; while some praise the woman, others believe her messages might come across as heteronormative. However, quite a few of them on both sides agree that the things she teaches her boys are valuable life lessons and rules of common decency, which should apply to everyone no matter the circumstances.

    A piece in the New York Times emphasized that learning manners as a child can bring long-term benefits, as research suggests there’s a positive link between their social skills in kindergarten and success and wellbeing in adulthood.

    It also pointed out that praising children for showing sympathy and courtesy, and discussing others’ feelings can help them to develop a sense of empathy. “They’re life skills that help so much with our social and emotional I.Q. — things like recognizing social cues and developing good listening skills,” assistant clinical professor of pediatrics at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City, Dr. Jennifer Trachtenberg, told the New York Times.

    A 2012 study revealed that being considerate of others and sharing can bring happiness to children as young as toddlers—before the age of two, kids show greater happiness giving treats to others than getting them themselves. One of the academics behind the research, Lara Aknin, told CNBC that such a positive feeling might encourage the child to act this way in the future as well. “Ideally caregivers can scaffold these opportunities to allow kids to give in meaningful and direct ways that lead kids to feel like they have chosen to help,” she said.

    When it comes to children and values, quite a few people believe it’s important to instill a sense of responsibility into them as well. According to Pew Research Center, as much as 93% of surveyed adults in the US agree that teaching kids to be responsible is “especially important” and more than half of them believe it might be more important than other traits and qualities.

    Unfortunately, there is no one right way to raise kids, whether it’s a son or daughter. But thanks to the internet, parents can share their insight and experiences, which might be beneficial for other moms and dads out there; or fun to watch, at least. And it seems that Payal’s content on how she raises her boys has quite a few fans, who make sure to show their support in the comments under her videos.

    The online community showed support and appreciation to the mom in the comments