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Comment by smeeth

I'm not a parent, but I was somewhat recently parented.

Consider holding yourself to the same standard you set for your kid. My parents are mental health professionals and did this with me. I think it was incredibly valuable and I respect them a lot for it now that I'm older.

I don't think its wise to restrict usage, watch over their shoulder, or block websites if you aren't willing to submit to the same restrictions or naturally limit your usage.

You risk sending your kids some messages I'm not sure parents realize they are sending. Worst of all: "do as I say not as I do" and "I don't trust or expect you to act as responsibly as I do."

parent smeeth 5 years ago

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