Children are a reflection of their parents. Those miniature human beings are like sponges; what you teach them, they will absorb. It is best to shape them into more responsible beings from a young age. Let children be more independent
Children should not be pampered. If parents want their children to grow up into responsible adults, they should let go of the notion of doing everything for them. After playing with their toys, instruct your child to put it back where it was originally kept. Let them eat on their own instead of running around the house with a spoon and bowl. This takes off pressure from the parent as well. Parents are supposed to guide their children in the way of life, not do it on their behalf. If they throw a tantrum, instead of yelling at them, just talk to them
Marriage 101: Talk now or regret later!
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You open your eyes, and for a moment, everything feels heavy. Maybe it's the weight of responsibilities, the buzz of the city, or the fact that you have been putting off heavy topics that must be addressed with your fiancé before the big day. In most cases, we get pulled back to a life of hustling, a welcomed distraction from hard questions. Why? Because you're still figuring things out. For couples, this moment often comes before marriage—when the future beckons and every step forward feels monumental.
Marriage, in its simplicity, is an agreement between two people. But, as Abdul Hamid, a noted psychotherapist at the MONOBIKASH Foundation, aptly puts it, "Without talking, nothing can progress." That's where the journey begins—through conversations long before the wedding day.
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The conversations that matter
"What should we talk about?" you might ask. It's tempting to bypass these deep discussions and let the excitement of the wedding carry you forward, but that's where many couples falter. According to Hamid, couples often overlook critical topics like finances, religious compatibility, and family planning. These are not conversations to be saved for later; they form the bedrock of a lasting relationship.
Manisha and Shoeb, a couple who have been married for 15 years, shared their experience.
"We talked about everything, from where we wanted to live to how we'd handle arguments. It wasn't always easy, but we had to figure it out together," says Manisha.
Their ability to communicate openly early on sets the tone for their marriage. Unlike many who brush things under the carpet, they address issues head-on.
"It wasn't always easy, mind you; it is important to know when to let things leave out for the future," Shoeb says.
It is advised that we always express each other's opinions clearly. Try to figure out if you're discussing or debating. The purpose of a debate is to beat your opponent, whereas a discussion is to solve problems together.
"Avoid arguing and picking at each other's statements and focus on how to solve the issue at hand," adds Hamid.
