...while most parents more or less do some of the time.Quote:
Originally Posted by TheDave
Besides, if children weren't to obey parents, wouldn't parents be less inclined to obey king or queen?
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...while most parents more or less do some of the time.Quote:
Originally Posted by TheDave
Besides, if children weren't to obey parents, wouldn't parents be less inclined to obey king or queen?
I suppose there could be a children's revolt.
Like how when my class gets out of hand our teacher can't do much about it. Only I don't get involved, I like my teachers.
A revolt would be a waste of time, seeing as we would grow up anyway.
I still think we are expected to because that is just the way it works. I mean, such is life and is alright thus far.
Half the time we wouldn't have known what is good for us anyway.
Like if you were to ask me at the age six whether or not I wanted icecream for dinner. Twenty guesses what I'd have said.
Oh yeah - no kidding.Quote:
Originally Posted by Heathcliff
Kids have be taught certain things... like the difference between instant gratification and long-term well-being and happiness.
The other thing about this is that... well, its our evolution. Human children don't have the same instincts that other creatures have. Others can walk when they are born, or very shortly thereafter, but human children must be taught much more... how to walk, talk, how to behave, etc...
Of course in the ideal, the child always surpasses the parents in some ways. This is actually seen scientifically. Children of parents with psychological disorders have less of them or have them in less degree. They learn and they are generally mentally healthier (not in every case but as a rule)...
I suppose we aren't born geniouses. Actually I suppose the human race were pretty odd before.Quote:
Originally Posted by NikolaiI
Only difference is that only so many years ago a woman's body would reject a baby with some severe sort of autism. But, yea, I know. We are all getting taller and we are all getting, hopefully more intelligent.
Children are expected to obey their parents because most parents only have the child's best interests at heart. Even though it might not seem like it at times, but everyone needs a guide of some sort, and as the parents are the people that gave us life and watch us grow, it's only natural that we be expected to obey them. Unless the parents are abusive or neglegent, than an acception is made, and the child should do everything in their power to get away. But if the child comes from a loving family, then they should obey because a loving parent has only the child's wellbeing and safety in mind. Love ya Mum and Dad!
You seem to be a very wise young person...who has a lot of respect. I admire that.Quote:
Originally Posted by Indyben
Mum and dad would be proud of you dear.Quote:
Originally Posted by Indyben
Stay good and sweet.
Mrs D