Technology, in certain aspects, is a great thing. It has saved thousands, perhaps millions of lives. It brings some people together, but it seems as if it is ruining a part of humanity. I saw (what appeared to be) a dad, walking to the bus stop with his kid - probably 6 or 7. Dad was looking at his phone. Kid was just looking ahead. If that phone didn't exist, what do you think would occur? It could still be silence between the two, but it could also be a good opportunity to TALK to your kid. Get to know him a little better. Let him ask you questions. I just think that... THAT part of the kid/parent life is such a beautiful thing. Being a kid is pretty much the most important part of your life. What goes on when you're a kid is what makes you who you are, pretty much till death.
It's a free-for-all when humans create other humans. You can do - or not do - whatever you want with them. I think it is your absolute duty to do your best at instilling a few key things in their tiny heads. Like respect, for one. Respect for themselves and others. That would be a great place to start. You need to respect THEM, and also demand respect from them. Confidence is also HUGE. An insecure kid is not going to get very far in life.
Why do so many do the bare minimum? I am no angel.. I'm a huge slacker.. there are a million things I want to change about myself! But..... if I had the incredible luck and HONOR to actually create a human being... you better believe I'd be putting blood, sweat and tears into that miracle of life.
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