2007-03-16 01:09:32 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Family & Relationships ➔ Other - Family & Relationships
I usually try to talk to them and explain my feelings and try to change their mind, but if they are positive of this opinion then I let them keep it. And then pray that it will not affect them in a bad way.
2007-03-16 01:15:02 · answer #1 · answered by Mary B 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'm a parent of two so been there , done that! When they come up with a different opinion I remind them who's running the show. If the argument continues I give them a choice either pay the bills so things will be like they want them or move out. End of story!
2007-03-16 08:25:43 · answer #2 · answered by Williamstown 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If we are talking about an opinion -each person is entitled to his own, including children. That doesnt mean the child can be disrespectful or disobedient because the kid disagrees with you but only that they have rights to have a different opinion than their parents. Didnt you have different opinions than your parents?
2007-03-16 08:13:36 · answer #3 · answered by elaeblue 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Parents tend to try to raise their children with their own personal beliefs. It gets really hard for any parent when a child gets to be the age where they start to make their own personal convictions. Remember that your child is a seperate person, and keep an open mind when discussing controversial issues between the two of you. There is nothing wrong with having different views, and no one appreciates being told what they believe in is wrong.
2007-03-16 12:41:17 · answer #4 · answered by Trish 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As someone said--it would depend on the age.
I have two grown children who have a different opinion than mine. I always raised them with the saying "you have a brain--use it" So what can I say? lol I respect their opinion and it has swayed my thinking greatly. I have also tried to be an open minded person--on some issues--other opinions, I will never be swayed. On teen issues--no, I was still the parent and in charge. Lots more that I could say--but not here. lol
2007-03-16 09:02:44 · answer #5 · answered by old_woman_84 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
depends on the age of the child... if they are like 5... their opinion doesn't really matter...
if they are fifteen... they are just being rebellious... give them space, but stay involved.. let them know that they are entitled to they're own opinions (no matter how wrong they are)
if they are 18 and up... well just set a good example and hopefully they will follow...
if they are 18 and up and still living at home... see the 5 year old answer.
2007-03-16 08:14:21 · answer #6 · answered by J-Rod on the Radio 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
That depend on the situation and the age of my child. My best thought is to compromise. It's worked better than fighting things out with my three kids.
2007-03-16 08:31:16 · answer #7 · answered by pixie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on what it is. If I say blue is a better color and he says green is better, then we each keep our own opinions and off we go to something else.
If I say he needs to be home at 10 and he says 12, too bad buddy, Dad wins this one. You can think 12 is a good time for you to be home, and that is your opinion, but if you aren't home by 10, you have to answer to me.
2007-03-16 08:14:31 · answer #8 · answered by Steve H 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
what could you do? An opinion is an opinion and everyone is entitled to one. BUT is there is a decision to be made, as a parent --it will be what I say and I will give my reasons for it being MY way.
2007-03-16 08:12:55 · answer #9 · answered by Mean Carleen 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Teach them how to support their arguments with logical reasoning. Then teach them how to listen and consider other peoples opinions and to respect them.
When they can do these things then you can have a productive debate about the subject in question.
Before they have these skills it will only be an exercise in futility.
2007-03-16 08:29:03 · answer #10 · answered by Wayne Kerr 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋