Time to think -Parenting

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#copy-paste #fbpost

I generally don't copy paste in my blog,but doing it now for a reason.

The reason is... It is IMPORTANT

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Its not just A forward but a subtle message for us parents .... Time to think n react accordingly...

Few months ago I asked these two questions to my students

Ten things you want your parents to stop doing  and....
Five things you want your parents to start doing

I got some interesting responses

Things I want my parents to stop doing:

---Stop comparing my life with your childhood. Things were really different back then, so stop comparing.

---Stop using these words and phrases: use your brain, are you deaf? Can't you see? Useless, careless, good for nothing....etc....

---stop showing off my skills. I don't want to dance in front of your friends. I don't like to do that. Why do you force me to sing/ dance or show my art work to our relatives or friends?


---Can you speak softly? I'm tired to hear you shout, every day, every single moment.

Things I want my parents to start doing:

---Smile, please... I don't remember when was the last time my mom smiled. She usually carries a frown on her face. That look irritates me.

---Appreciate. I know I'm not good at all things, but many things only I can do, no one else can. So a little bit appreciation is good na....

---Hug me, I see how my mom hugs my 5 year old sister, but when I run to hug her...she immediately says, "Later, first do you work" huh!

---Play with me. I love to play with my friends, but playing with mom dad is fun! If only they had time to play....

---Tell me a story. I'd love to listen to their childhood tales, especially about their mistakes, failures and mischief. But my parents always keep telling about all their achievements. It makes me scared. What if I can't achieve success the way they achieved....?

---Keep that WhatsApp aside. Talk to me mom & dad.

---Can I sleep in your bedroom at least once a month? I live cuddling you guys.

So parents, wondering what to gift your child this holiday season, here's your list. Be present for your children and make parenting engaging and fulfilling.

*BE PRESENT*

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