Throw the Old Rule Book
By Shavkat
@Shavkat (140059)
Philippines
October 17, 2023 6:24pm CST
Some young ones are neglecting the old rules at home or even not doing them anymore. That is why some parents gave up and let them do what they wanted. In my house, it is strictly necessary to follow some of the old rules when molding the children until they grow older. In this way, they can still pass on the practices and cultures of being good citizens in my country. It is like a book of rules that need to be carried out at all times.
What kind of house rules need to be maintained in your family?
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@kaka135 (14931)
• Malaysia
18 Oct 23
My rules might not be the same as my parents', the boundaries we set are different from our parents, there are still some rules I stand firm in my home. There are something they can negotiate with me, but there are some really rules that they just have to follow.... perhaps until they are adults, or move out from my house? 
There is this one "tiny" practice that I really can't tolerate with - use the phone while eating or having meals with others. While it might not be easy, as the people around us are doing this, I hope my children will not do this at least when they are with us.
There is this one "tiny" practice that I really can't tolerate with - use the phone while eating or having meals with others. While it might not be easy, as the people around us are doing this, I hope my children will not do this at least when they are with us.2 people like this
@Shavkat (140059)
• Philippines
18 Oct 23
My parents had inculcated in our minds the rules that needed to be followed at home when they were still alive. Since they are not here anymore, I need to step up and take on their responsibilities to guide my adult siblings and extend them to their children. If they are not there for these kids, I am always here to support them and guide them with the house rules. They may not like them, but they still need to follow them accordingly. Once they moved out of the house, it was high time for them to do what they wanted in life. I am pretty sure they will carry what they learned from the house.
@marguicha (223660)
• Chile
18 Oct 23
While my husband was alive and my children lived with us we had several rules at home. We always had dinner together and talked at the table about what we had done during the day. It seems that my grandchildren have not been raised like I did. My grandchildren grew up in houses with several problems and they ended up living their own lives each in their room. I´m very sorry for that.
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@Shavkat (140059)
• Philippines
18 Oct 23
I can relate to you. My old man used to tell us to eat together during mealtime. If we are not at home and will be late to come home, we need to inform them as much as possible. There are other rules, and they are worth practicing. Hopefully, the young ones will do the same thing.
@RebeccasFarm (90192)
• Arvada, Colorado
18 Oct 23
I have none anymore, my son is grown and his own boss.
But I agree with you, house rules are necessary for good growth of children.
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@Shavkat (140059)
• Philippines
18 Oct 23
I am sure your son had learned so many things from you. I am not supposed to be parenting my siblings' kids. But I need to stand up as their eldest without parents and guide them. Taking on the responsibilities is not easy, but we can do it.
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@RebeccasFarm (90192)
• Arvada, Colorado
18 Oct 23
@Shavkat You are so responsible Shavvie and a big credit due you. It will add value to their life, your caring and love and leadership.
@RasmaSandra (80486)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
18 Oct 23
There is no one left but me but I can say I am very grateful that my parents raised me in two cultures American and Latvian. It was the best experience and due to that I could go and live in Latvia for a while and now return to the US, I still up keep my Latvian culture,
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@Shavkat (140059)
• Philippines
18 Oct 23
I can feel you. I have also been to other countries before. The Filipino values I learned from my biological parents have been a part of my life while there. I am always proud to be a citizen of the Philippines. I may be in other countries and respect their cultures and practices, but I still keep my country's values.
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