Essay On Strict Parenting

Every mother or father has a style that he or she uses to parent. Out of all the different parenting styles, there are certainly more successful parenting styles, and less successful ones. It does seem that present day parents are less strict than in the past, and, in my opinion, consequently seem to expect less of their children than in past times. I believe that, while your children should know that you love them, they should also know that certain behavior is unacceptable, and that they are to respect other people, especially people older than they.
In Amy Chua's article “Why Chinese Mother's Are Superior,” she explained how strict and forceful she is with her daughters. Her children are not allowed to have sleepovers, she expects them to receive only A's in school, and they must learn piano and violin, and practice for hours every day. While I am not justifying her behavior, her children seem to truly love her, and will probably excel in life. However, children also need to learn to trust their parents, …show more content…
The parents do everything for the child, never teaching the child how to pay taxes, write a check, iron laundry, or care for him or herself. Many parents also do not discipline their children, which, I believe produces less respectful and valuable citizens. As a result of this non-strict parenting style, many children and young adults are immature and incapable. I believe that if you give a child more tasks and responsibility, he or she will become more and more capable. As the wisest book in the world says “Whoever spares the rod hates his son, but he who loves him is diligent to discipline him.” and “For the moment all discipline seems painful rather than pleasant, but later it yields the peaceful fruit of righteousness to those who have been trained by it.” (The Holy Bible). These words from the books of Proverbs and Hebrews are very true, and should be heeded by parents more