I was recently involved in a strong debate on how the culture we are living in today is affecting the man in his home and his role as the provider. The issue seemed to be more touching to the immigrant man who has come to this country and is raising a family. The fact that this man was used to a certain way of lifestyle where he was known as the head of the family ,the bread winner and the boss. But as soon as he landed here, he "was stripped of his manhood". He can no longer w00p the kids for wrong doings without the threat of child services or 911 being mentioned, he is no longer the bread winner because mum is an executive too and she is working late. Meaning dad has to get into the kitchen every now and then and cook up something to keep him and the kids going.Kids are cursing like they just invented a new language, they are so over informed that many times they correct dad as he is trying to lecture them.
Well i sat there and kind of thought wow. Hey! any of you fathers out there who can share how you handle the whole thing? some of as are headed toward that direction and would like to remain sane.
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It's all about accepting the situation. You have to do what you have to do. The world has changed and so must we. If anything, culture is dynamic too.
Parenting is on the job training.
As for kids, you must discipline them. 911 or not. A nice way to raise kids is to live in a good neighbourhood because their surrounding is there greatest influence. Plus getting them involved in church like activities.
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