04-26-2008, 10:45 AM
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Join Date: Nov 2007
Posts: 153
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Re: Independent thought and parenting
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Originally Posted by Zythus
I understand that a child needs substantial knowledge to begin to think independently, but answering their question with one's absolute perspective will not produce results and does not promote independence.
Thus, in my opinion, both the "Because thats the way it is" and "because see, this is how you do things(in my perspective)" are not in any way valid to be told to a child, unless universal concepts and factual answers, not one's perception of a topic.
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You're forgetting that a Parent has complete control over what their child should believe in. The concern is finding a true balance between sharing what you want them to follow, and letting them form their own self identity.
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