Becoming A Father : Characteristics Of A Good Father

Throughout our lives we're influenced by many. It can have an effect on the way we view issues within societal boundaries. One of the major influences children have in their lives comes from their parents. The parents of a child can have both a positive and a negative influence on their lives. In the novel "To Kill A Mockingbird", there are two excellent examples of how parents can be a major influence on their children. Atticus Finch, father of Jem and Scout Finch, plays the loving, kind and knowledgeable father. He is an example of how parents can have a positive influence on their children. Bob Ewell, father of Mayella Ewell, plays the drunken, abusive, and neglectful father. He is an example of how a parent can be a negative

I chose the movie I am Sam to challenge my own opinion on how people with disabilities should be treated under certain circumstances. I am Sam is a movie about a mentally challenged man, named Sam, striving to raise his daughter, Lucy, alone. Diagnosed with Autism, Sam’s intellectual capacity cannot exceed the age of 7. As we watch Lucy grow up under Sam’s roof, we are able to see the love they have for each other. When Lucy reaches the age of 8, social workers see this as an issue, so they place Lucy in a temporary home while Sam goes to court to try to win Lucy back. Sam’s lawyer, Rita, took this “pro bono” case to impress her coworkers. At first, Rita doesn’t believe Sam is capable of raising Lucy along with the social workers who

“Atticus, he was real nice." "Most people are, Scout, when you finally see them.” In Harper Lee’s, To Kill a Mockingbird, Atticus Finch had taught his children many valuable lessons that will last them a lifetime. Most people in Maycomb County respect Atticus, so his kids look up to him. Atticus Finch is a good father because he sets a good example, keeps his children on the correct behavior, and teaches his children valuable life lessons.

Kent Nerburn was once quoted saying: “It is much easier to become a father than to be one.” Anyone can possibly become a father, but to be a good father requires a lot more time, love, and effort. In To Kill A Mockingbird, Atticus Finch is an example of an excellent father, whom Jem and Scout are very proud of. He has everything needed to be one, as he truly cares about Jem and Scout, treats them with respect, and teaches them valuable life lessons. Without Atticus' influence of wisdom, goodness, and integrity, Jem and Scout’s lives would have been very different.

Sam's self-concept is quite complex. There is no doubt in his mind that he is capable of raising his daughter, and providing her with the tender, love and care that she needs. To him, no one understands Lucy as well as he does, nor do they know how to adequately take care of her. As shown in the interview scene, Sam seems to think no one truly understands what it's like to have a mental disability. As he says in the interview, “You don't know what it's like when you try and you try and you try and you don't ever get there because, because you were born perfect and I was born like this.” He also states that, “People like you (Rita) don't know what it’s like to get hurted...people like you don't feel anything.” These things were said in a moment of anger and distraught, and it told us a lot about how Sam feels deep down about his disability.

I Am Sam is a powerful, emotional film about love, parenthood and the bonds of family. "I'm fascinated by what makes a family and how people create that in untraditional ways," says director and co-screenwriter Jessie Nelson. "I think all parents at times feel confused and overwhelmed. It is a common bond between every parent on the planet, whether you're disabled or not. Parents who are disabled provide a unique metaphor for how we're all trying to get through an incredibly challenging world and how we all ultimately need some type of support system."

These are all very good traits that I know I would want him to have. My dad`s long list of traits includes: honest, caring, christian, responsible, listener ,and a giver. These are very important to me as well. My dad also knows that I love kids and I want to have my own one day, therefore a trait he included was that the guy must have good father traits.

Eventually, after being adopted, Sam gains full custody of Lucy. I Am Sam contains different situations which drew many emotions from the cast. These situations and the emotions associated with them present different psychological principles. The film I Am Sam contains the psychological principles of altruism, intellectual disability, and theory of

The function of a father might be a difficult assignment when raising a son. The suitable relationship among father and son perhaps can be; the father sets the regulations and the son obeys them respectfully. However it's quite hard to balance a healthy relationship between father and son, because of what a father expects from his son. as an example inside the narratives, “Death of a Salesman,” and “Fences” both Willie and Troy are fathers who have a hard time in earning admire from their sons, and being a good role model for them. Between, “Death of a Salesman,” and “Fences,” both protagonists, Willie and Troy both portray the role of a father in very exclusive ways; but in times of trouble, Willie is the more empathetic one.

No one is a perfect parent when it comes to taking care of children. In the film “I am Sam” By Kristine Johnson, Sam should be permitted to remain the sole caretaker of Lucy because she is his support system, Sam’s emotions are under control when he is with Lucy and he shows all the qualities of being a good parent.

What makes a good parent? People have always tried to find out the answer to this question, because they think what makes a good parent makes a good family. As soon as children starts to feel that their parents care too much about them, they try to get back at them and do just what their parents don't want them to do. On the other hand, kids who face lack of freedom may end up turning into rebels and trouble makers.

The movie, I am Sam, is the portrayal of a mentally retarded single parent struggling to maintain custody of his normal intelligence daughter. Within his circle of acquaintances are four special needs adults who are his close friends and two normal intelligence adults who exhibit disordered behavior. The writers, Kristin Johnson and Jessie Nelson, spent months researching and observing developmentally disabled adults in order to provide an accurate representation of the issues faced by the special needs population.

In terms of whether I would make a good husband and father, I think that I have several qualities that are pretty important to being a good husband and father. I am a pretty good listener, which is essential to understanding your partner’s wants and needs. Listening is also a powerful sign of one’s love to another. It is powerful because it shows true concentration on the other, which shows that you are completely loyal and dedicated to the other. Communication is key to a successful marriage. I am also pretty understanding, and good at viewing a situation from the other’s point of view. This is important to being a good father and husband because if you only see things from your perspective, it is impossible to come to any kind of negotiation or agreement, and negotiations and agreements happen a lot in marriages. I also tend to be pretty good at giving constructive criticism, which is crucial to having a happy and successful marriage. It is important to be able to give constructive criticism because, if all you do is tear your partner down instead of telling them how to improve, they will resent themselves, and will eventually see you as the reason for their self-deprecation. However, while these are some of the good qualities about me, i also have a few strifes with myself that could make me a bad husband and father. First, I tend to hold grudges pretty easily and frequently. This could be bad because if my wife does something I do not like, I could hold that grudge

Robert Duvall an American actor and filmmaker once wisely stated, “Not every successful man is a good father. But every good father is a successful man.” This quote reveals just how fulfilling and important a true father’s job can be. A father has many responsibilities, yet his family should be a priority in his life every day. No matter what else is going on around them, a father must bring his family together and show them Christ’s love. The role of a father encompasses many different duties. Yet, a man begins learning fundamental qualities early on in life that will help him raise a family later on. In order to become an excellent father, a man must first master the skills of leading, providing, and protecting.

What is a father? A father is someone who is willing to give their all to their kid. That is what every father should be like, for any kid this is what they would expect their father to be like. What makes a man a man is the ability for him to make sudden decisions to benefit their child or anyone close to them. There are many traits to being the "perfect" dad but there a few special ones to help guide the youth into having the best life possible. Courage, leadership, and love. Courage - the ability to do something that frightens one, which is a big part of teaching a kid to grow up and learn new things.