Parenting Tip
Are You Uncomfortable?
What it is: In a recent survey, Protect Young Minds (PYM) found that one of the top reasons parents don’t talk to their kids about p*rnography is because they’re worried it will make them uncomfortable.
Why it’s eye-opening: PYM asked teenagers for their reactions, and it was clear: We need to get over it. One 15-year-old girl wisely said, “Wouldn't you rather your child be uncomfortable than making mistakes that will hurt them?” And if we’re honest, we often avoid things because it makes us uncomfortable. But as PYM points out, emotional resilience—i.e. the ability to deal with uncomfortable and challenging situations—is a skill we teach our kids not by avoiding them, but by showing them how to handle them when they arise. So what are you avoiding having conversations about because of fear of discomfort or awkwardness? When that happens, remind yourself that your child’s long-term spiritual health is far more important than a few moments of unease.
This article taken from The Culture Translator Vol. 5, Issue 32.