Parenting - TOWM
Nicko Cevallos One of the most important things in a person's life is their parenting. It has an impact on how kids see the world, deal with difficulties, and grow who they are. Providing food and shelter is simply one aspect of parenting, and other aspects include responsibility, love, direction, discipline, and emotional support. Children are more likely to make wise choices when their parents are involved and provide structure. Lack of structure might make it difficult for kids to find their way. Wes Moore effectively shows this in The Other Wes Moore by describing how two boys of the same name who grew up in comparable circumstances had entirely different outcomes according to the upbringing they received. This comparison demonstrates how important parenting is in determining future opportunities, behavior, and general life attitude. Wes Moore, the author, grew up with a mother who encouraged him to succeed all the time. Even when he disobeyed her rules, she demanded res...