The other day my son came to me with a flyer about this boxing show that is supposed to encourage people to not use guns against one another and encourages people to solve their problems with boxing instead of gun violence. My son has been really trying to get me to allow him to go on this show due to "issues" he has had and still have with some kids in the area. Long story short, I finally gave in and said yes, but I'm not sure if I made the right decision. I went onto their website ("1-on-1boxing.com") and checked out what their about, but I'm still a little torn with my decision. Did I make the right choice?
2006-09-02 11:28:01 · 11 answers · asked by cleotis 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
Let him go. It would do a boy good to see what can happen when you box other people. My son did karate to release energy and learn disipline. See what happens with it, you never know, it may lead to him being something great, or just learning how to deal with problems with other people.
2006-09-02 11:36:50 · answer #1 · answered by Not the one for you! 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In my opinion, your son is very mature and it seems he is willing to try to find an alternative instead of using violence. Boxing is a great sport and I am sure you have made a very hard decision but I believe that you have made the right decision. Which would you prefer, Boxing? Or your son out on the streets taking part in gun violence?
2006-09-02 18:30:54 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm not so sure you made the right choice honey. On one hand, the idea is to take the guns out of kids hands and give them alternatives. But on the other side of that coin, the alternative is knocking the crap out of each other in a boxing ring. Doesn't sound like any issues get worked out other than their anger and frustration at each other. Kids today need different ways to work through their issues. This boxing thing is still promoting violence...whether it is in a controlled environment or not. The people that started this, are going to make a fortune and what is your son getting out of it? Maybe...a concussion, a broken nose....or worse. I'd re-think this if I were you.
And please don't get me wrong, I am not saying you did something wrong, I am just trying to play devil's advocate. I have four boys myself and each one of them is in a sport. It teaches them alot and I completely understand that, but what your son just signed up for doesn't sound like a sport...it's sounds like a grudge match. I just don't see any good coming from something like this other than someone cashing in on other people's drama.
2006-09-02 18:41:58 · answer #3 · answered by Hollynfaith 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think that boxing and guns still convey the message of violence. You're kid is really into this so don't pull him out of it. Make boxing like an extra activity rather than a way to solve his problems. Tell him that in order to do boxing he must also do other activities like reading, gardening. Soften up this whole thing by introducing something calmer in his life to strike a balance. Also, always tell him that violence isn't always the aswer. But let's face it sometimes it's really necessary especially in self defence BUT you must explain the difference.
2006-09-02 18:56:10 · answer #4 · answered by surani_ud 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sometimes, the toughest lessons our kids learn are those they learn for them selves. This is probably one. Once over whether he learned anything or not at least it should be out of his system and its done with. We parents cant protect our kids forever so we just have to stand back and let them find out themselves and be there to pick up the pieces and put them back together again. Called "tough love" and no matter how we feel we just have to go along with it right or wrong. Remember parents arent perfect and dont always make the right decision but we do the best we can. Good luck
2006-09-02 18:46:47 · answer #5 · answered by Arthur W 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sometimes the threat of violence is required in order to stand up to bullies. It sounds like this program is somewhat structured and educational and will show your son how to box but in a smart way. Learning a method of defense is not bad as long as you know how to control it. This program seems like it will give him that guidance.
2006-09-02 18:37:17 · answer #6 · answered by SBG 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have heard of and seen many poor decisions by parents, and this is not one of them! Go with him, be there for him, and encourage good behavior. You can expose him to the worst sshit in the world, but if you are there for him as a father to help him understand life, nothing else matters. :)
2006-09-02 18:43:12 · answer #7 · answered by vande-man 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i think that boxing is a sport that shows self defense, and can be used in situations that can be life threatning, and its good entertainment too, but i dont understand why it encourages u to use guns?
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dont worry u made rite deciscion.
2006-09-02 18:34:30 · answer #8 · answered by PyroKidd 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like your son has more common sense then his mom. I think you made the right decission in letting him go.
2006-09-06 15:38:09 · answer #9 · answered by AL 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well, i don't think allowing him to go to the show will make any final desions. let him go, and talk afterwards.
2006-09-02 18:38:31 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋