As American parents we are very concerned with the success of our children. So much so, we exhaust ourselves and them, striving for it. In extreme cases, as seen in the recent college admission scandal involving some of America's elite parents, we are willing to manipulate circumstances in order to ensure the success of our … Continue reading Parenting Concern #4: We don’t give our children permission to fail
Parenting Concern #3: We allow social media & gaming too early and in excess
I think social media and gaming too early and in excess is leading to increased levels of depression, anxiety, and addiction among teenagers. It is a correlation that is difficult to prove, but I am not the only person, and I am certainly least among experts, who believe this is true. A December 22, 2018 … Continue reading Parenting Concern #3: We allow social media & gaming too early and in excess
Parenting Concern #2: We Pursue Talent Development Over Faith Development
As parents we naturally want the best for our children. When we find something they enjoy or discover a measure of talent we want to invest. I think that’s kind of normal. When it comes to prioritizing time and money we generally pursue talent development over faith development and this could come with real consequence. … Continue reading Parenting Concern #2: We Pursue Talent Development Over Faith Development
Brian Haynes 