Nowadays, some parents pass on to their kids the family responsibility after they graduate from school.
I think this is something that has been happening for a long time now; it's not a nowadays thing. Also, the responsibility can be in the form of taking care of the elderly, running the family business, or managing their finances. This is an important part of their development and can help them become well-rounded individuals and that's understandable
However, I feel it is important to ensure that the responsibility is balanced with other activities such as pursuing a career, gaining new skills, and having some time for leisure. Too much responsibility can lead to burnout and leave the individual feeling overwhelmed and unmotivated.
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As a parent, do you agree with this, or will you allow your kids to shoulder burdens that are not supposed to be theirs?
I am a parent, currently, my son is just 5-years-old, and I know that the young grows But I also know that the responsibility of guiding my son to become a responsible adult, capable of making wise decisions, lies in my hands with the help of God. That's why I will make sure to provide him with the right guidance and support to help him face life's difficulties with confidence.
Now, my answer to that question will be a big no. I do not agree, nor will I allow my son to shoulder burdens that are not supposed to be his. Instead, I will take any kind of burden on myself and make sure to protect him from the difficulties of life. I will be there for him whenever he needs me and ensure that he has a bright and successful future.
Taking myself as an instance, I wasn't born with a silver spoon, and I am one of those individuals who faced difficulties in life, even from my high school days. After I graduated from high school, I couldn't further my education because my parents did not have the means to do so.
I am now furthering my education, and I am solely responsible for my welfare, both financially, and in every other area. I have worked hard to get to where I am today, and I am determined to make the most of the opportunities I have been given. I am grateful for the opportunity to further my education and am determined to make the most of it. I am confident that I will be successful in achieving my goals.
Speaking of the apartment I live in, I had to struggle to make sure I paid the rent by myself to avoid embarrassment from the landlord. Normally, there are things my parents are supposed to be responsible for, but this is my reality. I am aware that there are people in much worse conditions than me, so I'm grateful for what I have and what I can do.
I don't blame my parents either; I just understand that they don't have a source of income that can cater for most of their responsibilities, so I have to assist them in any way I can, even if it means sacrificing my own wants. I'm grateful for the support they have given me over the years, and I'm determined to give back.
I wouldn't want my son to go through this experience, and that's why I tell myself every day that I have to put in my best effort now to work hard so I can secure a good future for myself and my son. I want to be able to provide him with a better life than I had. I want to be able to provide him with opportunities that I never had. That's why I'm determined to work hard and make sure he has a bright future.
As a child, is it necessary for you to pay back your parents' laborious efforts even though it means you have to sacrifice your freedom?
The reason I'm doing this is because I don't know how my parents will meet their basic needs if I don't do anything.
To me, it is not appropriate for children to assume responsibility that is not theirs, and children do not need to sacrifice their freedom to do so, however, it will still depend on the individual and their reality.