By the time i realise my father was right, my children proved me wrong

Growing up, we often see our parents as figures of authority who, despite their best intentions,they seem to be out of touch with our reality. Their advice, though seasoned with years of experience, often feels outdated or irrelevant to the fast-paced world we navigate. But this thought crosses my mind frequently that, will I really be a parent I think at this age I will be? Will I really give them all the freedom and will be their best friends?

My father, a man of few words, always emphasized the value of hard work, respect, and discipline . He believes in the power of persistence and the importance of maintaining strong family ties. As a rebellious teenager, I view his principles as overly conservative, barriers that prevents me from exploring the world on my own terms. I yearn for freedom, the kind that came without strings attached, without the weight of expectations. I say now, that i will give all that freedom to my children, but is it really going to happen?

I don’t want to realize too late that my father’s advice was not a shackle but a compass, guiding me through life’s tumultuous journey. I don't want that by the time the realization dawns on me, Iwell into my adult years, navigating the complexities of career advancement, marriage, and parenthood. It is in these moments of trial and triumph that my father’s words echo the loudest, his wisdom finding its way into the decisions I made, the values I prioritized.

Armed with technology and a new worldview, they questioned the relevance of hard work in an era of smart work, the necessity of respect in a culture that values individualism, and the concept of integrity in a world where success often required flexibility in moral compasses.This generational shift forces me to reevaluate my understanding of my father’s advice, viewing it through the lens of evolving societal norms and values.

It became clear that the essence of his wisdom is not in the rigidity of its application but in its adaptability. Hard work, respect, and discipline are foundational blocks that needed to be interpreted and applied in a manner that resonated with the changing times.In reconciling my father’s wisdom with my children’s perspectives, I learned that the core values he championed were not wrong but simply required a different approach to stay relevant.

So, what if, by the time I realize my father is right, would my children have already proven me wrong. What if, Despite my belief that success is primarily about talent, my children might teach me that hard work and perseverance are equally important. What if, While I may prioritize career and financial success, my children might prioritize family and personal fulfillment.These what ifs keep me awake, that what if I realise too late late and my children are already too far gone in proving me wrong.

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