forming your child..

Philippines
May 16, 2011 12:37pm CST
parents play a major role in molding their children's future..how they raise their kids dictates what kind of person they're gonna be.. what do you think will be the best way to raise your children..? some parents pamper their children 'cause they say they don't want their kids to experience the hardships they've been through. is it effective..? isn't it that "experience" is our best teacher..? or do you raise your children with the principle "learn from others mistakes"? do you think it's better..? is it really possible that we learn from others' mistakes..? share your thoughts.. =D
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@hpalm710 (87)
• Philippines
17 May 11
I could not say there is a certain formula to raising the kids to grow up the way you want them to be. every parent have different ways of bringing up their children. We were brought up to do what we want though we were constantly reminded of what is good and bad for us. Good thing that our parents are our best friends so the moment we encounter hardships or failure, we do not hesitate to share it with them and by then, it is really effective that we learn a lesson not from other's mistakes but by our own.
• Philippines
17 May 11
i agree, every parent has their own methods of raising their children. but we can't deny that some parents aren't successful in raising their children to be a good person. what do you think is the problem..? is it the parents(their method), or the children..? in your opinion, what is the main factor that affects your children's growth..?
• Philippines
17 May 11
unfortunately, it is true that some parents are not successful in raising their children the way they want them to be. Community is a great factor too. I, as a parent would say that I have imposed to them how to live a life that would not lead them to the wrong path but I believe constant communication between parents and children will help a lot. As of today, what matters most is that I have taught them the values and let them look at what they really want to be in the future. What will happen in the future is a continuing effort with God's help, of course.
• Philippines
17 May 11
oh yes. communication certainly helps a lot to the child's development. but sadly, some parents are too busy at their work. maybe that's why some people lack discipline.
• China
19 May 11
hehe, i am pregnant now. i am going to be a mother in a few months. it is really exciting. but i dont know how to raise children. actually, i have not think about that now. but i think the most important thing is to respect your child , make him or her as your friend.
• Philippines
19 May 11
i guess you could use discussions like this to learn more about parenting! =D is it a girl or a boy..? =D good luck..
@cher913 (25782)
• Canada
17 May 11
i think experiences make good memories and are good leaning tools. i think for a child you need to set boundries and rules but also nuture their creativity and independance.
• Philippines
17 May 11
indeed! guess that's a good way to train up a child to be responsible enough..
• Philippines
17 May 11
Being a parent is an underrated job. True how we brought up our children will make or break them.I came from a very sheltered life my parents wouldn't want me to get hurt or be hurt and as I grow older I realized that this way do not make me a stronger person. Now that I am a mom as well I know I got a tendency to protect my child but I want him to learn what the real world is. My task is to teach him values and principles that will make him a better person. That he never step down on other peoples toes, honesty, integrity, diligence and of course a love for God and be a Christian in words and deeds. I may not be present as when he is old but knowing I have taught him how to be a better person I will feel calm and at peace.
• Philippines
17 May 11
hi.. we felt the same way..i am now 24y.o. my mom often gets angry with us for being "irresponsible". but sometimes, i am thinking, is it really our fault to be the person we are now..? if only they have taught us, we could've been more responsible and disciplined persons. thanks for sharing.. =D
• Philippines
17 May 11
For me, discipline is essential. Without it, children might grow up without learning anything at all and could just do whatever they want. I'm not saying we should hit them all the time, only when necessary. My parents used to hit me whenever I did something wrong and, to tell you honestly if they didn't, I could have turned out worse. Now, I understand why they did. Back then, I was very angry at them but right now I know why, it's because they had to do it. They had to save me from the worst I could become and I really admire that. Another thing we should consider when raising a child is making them realize what they wanna do at a young age. It's important that they realize this right before graduating highschool so that the path they'll take will be set out early. My point here is, in becoming the best, there should be ample amount of time of practice and dedication. Now the latter won't be a problem if that certain interest is what they really wanna do their entire life. Dedication won't be if they happen to realize it at the right age. Becoming successful involves being the best out there and I want my kid to be the best at what he does.
• Philippines
17 May 11
i totally agree. bet your children are well disciplined and responsible.
@bounce58 (17385)
• Canada
17 May 11
I have two kids. And I've personally seen how a difference in 'forming' them has affected their personalities. The older one was the first, so he was made very special. He had a lot of pampering, even with other relatives in the family. Out of necessity and circumstance, the second one was not given the same pampering. As he is growing up, I see that he is becoming more independent. Even more independent than his big brother. So from this, I could say that experience 'is' the best teacher.
• Philippines
17 May 11
i think that's the misconception among some parents..they pamper their kids so much because they say they love their children..but they don't see it's effect. they hinder their child's development to be more independent..at the end, it's their children who will suffer the consequences. i can say that your youngest is luckier than his elder brother.
@nezavisima (7408)
• Bulgaria
16 May 11
Everything really depends on us.Every parent wants to be as Stragite and to pamper their child.Sometimes I overdo it with one and the others must have a measure.The child must know what is allowed and what not. We parents should give children an example of a village.When they grow up and say we follow our made ??so it's true. So to be reckoned with in front of them because sometimes one of our action, they may interpret iit wrong. Love attention care and education that should show the child that we own it so we caninfluence the character and it is developing properly and helpful.Have a nice day!