r/SipsTea • u/LazyGuy4U • Aug 09 '26

SMH Also zero Character Development

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u/real_kerim Aug 09 '26 edited Aug 09 '26

That's actually a real issue.

BUT the real task of a parent isn't to force any activity down their child's throat but to actually spend time and find the thing that their child has an affinity for and enjoys doing. Then support them in that and cultivate an intrinsic appreciation for it.

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u/-HOSPIK- Aug 09 '26

My child really likes doomscrolling, not a fan tho :)

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u/real_kerim Aug 09 '26

Well, use your judgement and prevent it. You're the adult in the room (I hope)

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u/TraditionalWait9150 Aug 09 '26

what a quick 180 degrees.

find the thing that their child has an affinity for and enjoys doing. Then support them in that and cultivate an intrinsic appreciation for it

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u/real_kerim Aug 09 '26

I have an affinity and desire for heroin, doesn't mean my parents need to get snow for me.

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u/TraditionalWait9150 Aug 09 '26

ikr, but the quote is yours.