Philosophy Of Children And Parenting

Malala Yousafzai, 18 year old Nobel Prize winner and women’s rights activist, once exclaimed: “I raise up my voice- not so I can shout, but so that those without a voice can be heard...we cannot succeed when half of us are held back”. The idea of speaking for those who cannot speak for themselves is extremely important when it comes to striving for change, so being able to express the needs of marginalized people is a great and awesome power. Yousafzai’s quote specifically connects to women’s rights, therefore it can be used to support the feminist movement seeing as she is advocating for the equality, in treatment and opportunity, of men and women. Feminist beliefs do not only apply to society, but to theology as well, seeing as the teachings of the bible are extremely influential in the day to day lives and values of religious people. The text that I chose to highlight this idea comes from Elizabeth A. Johnson’s book Quest for the Living God, chapter 5 ‘God Acting Womanish’ because it directly connects spirituality and feminism.

My philosophy for child guidance would highlight the individual qualities and experiences of each child, always keeping in mind their individual emotional and cognitive development, family situation, social environment, and unique personality. I believe whole heartedly that children should be treated with respect and dignity. The use child guidance techniques that are positive and emotionally supportive of each individual child are the most important to me since how we treat and educate young children will not only affect their future but our future as well. I strongly believe that the best place for children to learn is an environment in which children are actively participating in all aspects. Children need to create their own knowledge and express themselves creatively in order for meaningful learning experiences to happen for them. When children are allowed to share and to freely express their emotions they learn how to positively deal with their feelings and to feel accepted for who they are.

Proverbs 29:15 says,“The rod and reproof give wisdom, but a child left to himself brings shame to his mother.” As the Proverb is examined, one can point out that discipline should not only come through wisdom, but also physical discipline, such as spanking. However, the foundation of allowing spanking should be love; as it is one of the largest components throughout the entire bible. “Loving discipline requires both an explanation of the offense and consequence, and the affirmation of our love for our children,” (Frye). Children should be spanked, but also have a lecture given, where they will learn about bettering their discipline and how to not repeat the same offense

“I don't see what sort of help woman was created to provide man with, if one excludes procreation. If woman is not given to man for help in bearing children, for what help could she be?” The outlook is pretty bleak for our Villanovan Brothers’ namesake. A fine example of stereotypical Christian misogyny – women solely in existence for childbearing. Our modern society would be appalled by such a critique, with _________

If I ever get the chance to be a mom I’m going to try to do everything right starting with my baby in the womb. I won’t ever drink or smoke or do anything that may harm my baby. I want my baby healthy so since I’m anemic I’ll try to eat foods with iron so I’ll be healthy as well. After the baby is born I know I will lose sleep. So i will try to sleep when the baby sleeps. I’ll ask my mom to help me when stressed, I don’t want to do something stupid so I’ll try to make my husband help me at nights with the baby. I hope I’m a great mom, I want to have 4 kids, 2 girls and 2 boys. I want to name my boys Lionel Adrian, Emanuel Jovanii, and my girls Nova Mireya, Nayeli Guadalupe. I plan on being a great mom by trusting my

Another example of theoretical framework presented in regard to children and families is that of feminist theologians. There is a significant amount of conflict and differing viewpoints between feminists and others. Feminists began their movement trying to receive equal rights as men so they could work outside the home. Women receive negative feedback if they choose to stay home to take care of their children; they are accused of abandoning themselves. If they choose to go to work, they are accused of abandoning their families. It seems no matter what women do, someone is there to criticize their choice. Rigby presents an important question, “what do we need to do to recreate society as a place for children and mothers, a place where women do not feel forced to choose

Gender is a social construction; as a society we deem behaviors and categorize them to our assigned sex at birth. Generations are the ones who make up society, thus overtime society has changed its ideals. Our current society is transitioning from binary thinking to a dualistic thinking; we are often analyzing things in the grey areas and not only focusing on black and white. Hence, the importance of Greg Baker’s presentation on Spirituality and Gender: Catholic Perspectives on a Whole and Just Life; he was the annual fall speaker sponsored by the Wm. Sennet Institute for Mercy & Catholic Studies.

the role of the female gender and its relation to biblical teachings. This paper seeks to discuss the

Children are a gift from God, in fact, one might say raising a child is the greatest pleasure anyone can have. However, children are often marginalized and considered lesser until they become a young adult. The disenfranchising of children occurred even back in the time of Jesus. One might question, what does God think about children. How does God’s view of children fit within society? This paper will equate the human constructs of modern American and ancient Jewish social hierarchy, specifically how children fit in, and differentiate them from God’s view of children.

Christianity has been seen as a church that professes the doctrine of the Blessed Trinity; God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit. Just with this introduction, feminist individuals would have already have some opposition with the terms used and attributed to God. In this paper I will explore on several aspects that the feminist movement provides to Christianity. First, I will illustrate on what is feminist Christology. Then I will present passages from Sacred Scripture, both in Old and New Testament. Then I will go further on and reflect on the Ecclesial aspect and the service god has provided to creation. Last, I will conclude by acknowledging all aspects exposed, yet analyzing the fact that God would be limited if he had a

Parenting is different for everyone, but is any one way really better than the other? Amy Chua, a professor at Yale University, believes that the strict parenting style of Chinese mothers is the way to go. She believes that her strict and often harsh parenting style contributed to the success of her daughters. Chinese parents believe that if their children are successful, it is a reflection of the parents. Hanna Rosin, a contributing editor for the Atlantic, has very different views from Ms. Chua about the correct parenting style. Ms. Rosin believes that the more relaxed, nurturing, and self-led style of Western parenting is the better way to raise children. She believes that placing your children under immense pressure can produce

Christian views, attitudes and beliefs about gender have always varied with some ideas evolving with society and others set in tradition, never to change. While some see gender difference as a feminist issue, others see it as a role requirement set by God. Of course, there are extremists on both sides of this argument, as well as inter-lapping beliefs, but gender issues are still debated by Biblical scholars often and passionately. Not exclusive to denomination, gender equality is a subject that can be examined in many ways, but the focus of this paper will be on two types of theologies, Complementarian and Egalitarian. While both theologies rely on Bible scripture to gain and prove their

These efforts vary from basic human rights such as the right to work, free speech all the up to big corporations. This study looked at the history of marginalization of women in religion and how that idea has become relevant within various religious institutions. Many will contend that as a society we has surpassed those archaic ways of thinking, however, skeptics will say that inequality is still being practice as it relates to women. However, Mary Daly the author of “The Church and the Second Sex” argues that the church “pretends to put woman on a pedestal but which in reality prevents her from genuine self-fulfillment and from active, adult-sized participation in society” (page

The Bible is controversial on the matter of gender equality. There are numerous contradictions about the status of women in Christian society. Historically, the most prominent interpretation has been rather negative toward women. The Christian Church, with principally male authority, emphasizes the idea that women are inferior to man. They focus on Eve’s sin leading to a punishment that “her husband will have authority over her.” (Drury, 34)

I view children as small individuals who need guidance, love, nurture, praise, and care. That’s why I aspire to help my children in every way I can. Without these things children are set up for failure. They will not be set up on a path to success if they are abandoned, and left to fend for themselves. At a very early age in life a child is able to form an attachment with his or her mother. I find it beneficial for a child to obtain a secure attachment that is why my philosophy on parenting is the way it is. I view children as active learners who want to gain knowledge. This is why parents need to be their lifelong teacher and coach. Children come out of the womb as a blank slate and it’s the parents job to help the child learn right from wrong, become independent, and to live a happy successful