Written by Seema Nagar
As a parent, it's natural to want the best for your childand to be involved in their lives, but when it comes to decision-making, it's important to strike a balance between support and interference. Too much interference from parents can have a negative impact on a child's personality development and overall well-being.
When parents make decisions for their children, it sends amessage that the child is not capable of making choices on their own. This can lead to low self-esteem,lack of confidence, and a belief that their opinions
& ideas don't matter. It also hinders their ability to learn important life skills such as problem-solving, decision-making, and critical thinking.
In addition, when parents constantly interfere in theirchild's life, it can create an environment of micromanagement, which can lead to feelings of being suffocated and controlled. This can result in resentment and a lack of trust between the parent and child, and can also lead to a lack of independence.
Moreover, when parents interfere too much in their child'slife, it can prevent the child from taking risks and making mistakes. While it's natural for parents to want to protect their children, it's important to remember that taking risks and making mistakes is a crucial part of personal growth and development. Allowing children to experience failure and learn from their mistakes helps to build resilience, which is an essential life skill.
Finally, too much parental interference can lead to a lackof creativity and originality. When children are constantly told what to do, they don't have the chance to explore their own interests, develop their own
opinions, and find their own passions. This can lead to a lack of self-discovery and a lack of fulfillment, which can have negative consequences on their mental health and well-being.
In conclusion, while it's important for parents to beinvolved in their child's life, it's equally important to strike a balance between support and interference. By allowing children to make decisions and learn from their mistakes, parents can help their children develop the skills, confidence, and independence they need to thrive as adults.
About Seema Nagar
Seema Nagar is a Career Counsellor, IELTS, and SAT Trainer with twenty-five years of experience in education and Training. She has helped many students in identifying and pursuing the right career aligning with their passion and aptitude. Seema Nagar has completed a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Economics and English, a Master of Arts (MA) in English, and a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) in English from Himachal Pradesh University. Apart from this, she holds a Certification in Global Career Counselling from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Green Belt Certification from Global Career Counselling from University (UCLA Extension), and IELTS Train the Trainer certification from the British Council. She has been conducting training for teachers and students on behalf of ‘Newspaper in Education (NIE) (Times of India Group) and has trained ex-pat executives in the English language, conducted seminars and multiple soft skills sessions with various corporate and Schools.
