In what ways are your values different from your parents?

Answer 1

My mother is a very materialistic person. I like nice things but I don't have to have them and I don't judge all people by my standards of things.

Mother favors my brother over me and it is noticable to everyone who knows her. I don't play favorites in my home.

My mother lies to make herself seem more important than she really is. I don't lie (as a rule).

My mother has never had a successful relationship. She chose poorly as far as men (including my father).

My mother is also VERY manipulative. I don't play games with people like that.

You would think I was sprouted from the earth!

Answer 2

I think my values are only slightly different from my parents. The biggest difference is the value of an education. My parents are from the old school and believe that a woman's place is in the home. When I graduated from high school, I was expected to get married and start a family. However, I chose to further my education. I am working on my masters and yes I have a family.

Answer 3

I want my kids to be successful, my parents didnt care either way with us. Also my parents seldom knew where we were and were free to run the streets and hang with whoever.. I know where my kids are at all times and who they are with. I value my kids and thier best interests in becoming mature responsible adults that treat people with dignity and respect. I have done a fine job so far. My kids are 20 18 and 16 and all three have a good idea of what they want outa life. Might I add that I am a single parent.

Answer 4

Their entire way of life was different to my current lifestyle.
They will be fish out of water if they were alive today.
My mom was very attentive and supportive of her children (I tried to be, but I was fully employed and sometimes I have no time or energy).

I eat out much more than my parents did. In fact I don't think my mother ever ate at a restaurant.

My mom never used a dish washer or a washing machine. Lots of old fashion manners. She said good day to every one and said excuse me please or knocked on doors before entering (that I still do - heehee).

Lunch was always at home and lunch was dinner type dishes. Supper was a cup of tea and two slices of (home-made) buttered bread.

I'll stop now because I'm beginning to look like I was raised in the 19th century. lol. But it's all true.

Answer 5

Very, Very different! My mom was abused as a child so she parented me like a bully & did not spend time w/me. She is also just married for the 6th time - she is trying to get it right but in the meantime, I have made very different choices - like I've been married 17 yrs, raising my 2 kids in a Christian home, I stay home w/them & am very involved in their lives. I am teaching them biblical principles & living them myself (my husband too!) So, we are trying to do the right things, no one is perfect, I have forgiven my mom for many things but we keep a healthy distance away. Oh, & I never met my Dad. It's ok. Happy New Year!

Answer 6

My mom had it instilled in her to stay with her husband no matter what. Through thick & thin..
Well, my step-dad has went to jail so much he's called a "career criminal" & he used to beat & molest me & my sister...
I WILL NOT stay in a relationship with someone that does anything remotely close to that or even thinks of it.I will not be in a relationship & build someone up when it will bring me down.
Thats how I differ from my mother. & im proud of it.

Answer 7

My parents are more conservative and over-protective.
I am more of a free-spirit and just want the peaceful and carefree feeling of being alone.

Answer 8

Born in a different generation, so that tends to color perceptions and behavior significantly.