Beyond blame
Beyond blame
“Today’s children have no patience. They cannot handle
failure. They are addicted to their phones.”
We hear these complaints everywhere. But before blaming the
younger generation, we should ask ourselves: Did they become this way on their
own?
Parents want the best for their children. They want them to
get high marks, succeed in every competition and avoid every mistake.
Sometimes, they do not even allow children to experience small failures. But
failure is a part of life. If children are never allowed to fail, how will they
learn to face disappointment and rise again?
At the same time, parents may complain about their children's
phone usage while spending hours on their own phones. A child may try to talk,
but hear, “Wait, I’m busy.” Slowly, the child may stop sharing feelings and
problems.
When children are constantly expected to succeed, while
having little space to express their fears, failures and frustrations, the
pressure does not simply disappear—it can turn inward.
Today's young people face academic pressure, career
uncertainty, social-media comparison, loneliness and the fear of disappointing
those they love. Many struggle silently because they do not know where to turn.
In the most tragic cases, severe emotional distress can contribute to suicide.
So, who is responsible—parents or society?
The responsibility is shared. Parents must give children
time, attention and the freedom to make mistakes. Society must provide a
supportive environment, and young people must learn to make responsible
choices. They need the freedom to fail, the courage to try again, and someone
who will stand beside them when they fall.
Dr.. Ambili V.
Assistant Professor of Computer Science,
Al Shifa College of Arts and Science, Keezhattur, Perinthalmanna.
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