Toxic parenting is a child’s worst nightmare. It is the reason why most kids end up being social misfits, delinquents or worse.
A good friend of mine once told me that a reason why kids these days have a low threshold for pain is that they rarely get punished. This had me thinking about those days when our parents did a number on us.
Some of the ways they used to instil discipline were very dark. Some go to the extent of being toxic to the child.
Disciplinary traits that are toxic:
- Emotional and physical abuse.
You dare make a mistake my friend. Just try it. It will get you a beating for days(mind you, she is using any tool she can lay her hands on). If you are not physically disciplined, it is the silent treatment. I know my mom does this( I only hope that she is not reading this or else!). This is so toxic and we don’t even know it.
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- Verbal abuse
This is where mom is calling you all names. If it is not a cow, it is referring to you being as stupid as your father. It’s crazy!
- Boundaries my foot!
Let me tell you Mike. as long as you live in her house, you shall abide by her rules. Make sure you leave the door to your room open and bring your phone over so she can see what it is you are browsing with her internet.
The list is endless and with each disciplinary action comes a consequence. The child either becomes a social misfit, a delinquent or worse. Essentially, all these and many more are traits most African parents did and still do. So, where do we draw the line when it comes to disciplining our children?
Food for thought!
