Before you read another word (or 10) please read the following article (trust me).
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People wonder why our society (and children these days) are becoming more and more wimpy. More winey. Less confident. Weaker (emotionally). Less competitive. And the list goes on. Well....it should be super clear why this is happening after reading this article.
I should start by apologizing to my husband for not believing him when he told me EACH of these "laws" that are in the process of being implemented/or have already been implemented. You were right, John. Over the past month or two, John will frequently come home and say "You'll never believe what I heard on the radio today..... ____________ {fill in the blank with some absurd new law}. Truly; half of the stuff he says sounds SO bizarre and ridiculous that WHO WOULD believe him? Then again, it's that "off the wall" kind of stuff that you can't just "make up."
New Hampshire banning dodgeball? Give me a break! Like the author of this article states; bullying is one thing (real bullying) and definitely needs to be dealt with. Agreed. But banning it so that children aren't ever a "target" of this game that could potentially cause hurt feelings? Wah wah wah. Cry my a river. I'm sorry; but every individual in this life is going to be a target of something at some point (or a hundred). It's about pulling yourself up by the boot straps and learning how to deal with situations (NOT run from them!) A good parent and teacher teaches their child/student how to react and take action during situations in this life. Not hide in a corner so he or she can avoid conflict his or her entire life. Sorry, but life doesn't work that way!
Schools in the UK banning best friends? Okay. Seriously. My husband came home with THIS one about 2 weeks ago and I laughed in his face. Really? THIS IS REAL? {Sorry again, baby. I do believe you ;) } Heaven forbid we get close to a friend or two and really bond. Because having a good companion and true friend to confide in and build social and emotional relationships with is just a sin. But, you know, we want to make sure (again) that "no ones feelings get hurt". Again, let's look realistically....Can someone really prevent 2 children from being pulled to each other and bonding a friendship? I mean, seriously, the "playing in large groups only" can only last for so long.
Middle school in Massachusetts banning Award Ceremonies? Why of course. Makes total sense. Because we definitely want to teach our children and students in school NOT to work hard and EARN what they've worked for. Because, you know, that might just hurt other's feelings who may not have worked as hard. We want to be sure that all kids are treated fairly regardless of their work ethic or outcomes. Wow.
The real world is going to be a rude rude awakening for kids that grow up with this mindset and lifestyle. (And we are doing nothing but making it harder and harder for them). What happened to learning coping skills for when we are defeated, let down, tired, disappointed, and losers? Because - this is life! You won't always be a winner, the smartest, or the best one out there. In fact; it's rare that you will be! Thus; it's important to grow up learning that "failing" is okay. It's a good thing, actually! For it builds our character and teaches us how to grow and learn.
I can't even finish this post without just bitterness. I know it's not my place to get fired up about this but it is so frustrating to hear this things (almost DAILY) now and see the kind of society and generation we are raising. Wimpier and wimpier. I can't even fathom how hard it's going to be to raise a child in today's societies with ridiculous things like this being implemented. It's definitely still possible but getting harder and harder to do.
Thanks for walking with us;
JL
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