Why don't parents equally love their kids?
By Sanjeev
@sjvg1976 (41289)
Delhi, India
May 18, 2023 11:09am CST
I always think why do parents are partial in loving their kids.
My parents love my younger brother more than other siblings. This is clear from their behaviour towards him and others.
It is understandable but it hurts when they take favour of my younger brother always.
Have you ever felt the same way like me?
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11 responses
@AmbiePam (93753)
• United States
18 May 23
I am so sorry that you feel that way. Growing up, I felt my father greatly favored my older sister while my mom loved my sister and me equally. As an adult I realize it isn’t that my dad loves my sister more, it’s just that he and my sister have more in common, and it is easier for them to get along because they understand each other.
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@ptrikha_2 (47064)
• India
23 May 23
Such things unfortunately, do happen in the families.
But don't you think that you should be bringing out this here?
Anyways I can understand your hurt and can relate to it in some ways personally.
In reality, things are far from ideal but parents should not discriminate between their kids, unless one of the child is too harsh and cruel towards the parents.
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@Tampa_girl7 (50600)
• United States
19 May 23
I only have one child. I would hope if i had more than one that id love them equally.
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@RebeccasFarm (90294)
• Arvada, Colorado
19 May 23
Well, I did feel like that Sanjeev, but now my Mother is gone RIP..I am so sorry I even cared about who she favored.
It is a long story now and a very sad bad one.
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@wolfgirl569 (107900)
• Marion, Ohio
19 May 23
When I was a child I did. But when I had my boys I understood that it was because of things we did or did not have in common
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@zainkhan121 (859)
• Pakistan
18 May 23
Remember, each family dynamic is unique, and love can be expressed differently. While it can be difficult, try not to compare yourself to your younger brother or dwell too much on the differences in your parents' treatment. Focus on building your own self-worth, pursuing your passions, and surrounding yourself with a support system that appreciates and values you for who you are.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
30 May 23
This is really sad to see parents favor other children. I only had one and I loved him more than the world itself. But I too have witnessed this behavior and do not understand. I have asked this question and many will deny they are doing it. I can see where you would feel pain. So sorry.