Growing Up Series – Be an unbiased parent
By Principal Wong Kwun Wa | 02-10-2019
When I used to teach, I taught mostly upper-grade students almost every year. At the beginning of each term, I would look for chances to ask students about their relationship with their parents. Very often, their replies were, “They’re always so biased,” or “Mum always dotes on my little brother and says that as the older sister, I should give in to him.” It turns out that when parents handle everyday matters involving their children, they often, without realising it, put themselves in a position where neither side feels satisfied.
I have two lovely daughters. My elder daughter is nine years old — generous, open-hearted, and loves to share. My younger daughter is six — thoughtful, caring, and easy to get along with. Most of the time, the two sisters get along well, but sometimes they do argue. Usually, after Dad steps in to sort things out, they are soon playing together again, arms around each other.