I notice you, standing there, quietly critiquing my child as he argues with me in public. I see your disapproving expressions and the way you roll your eyes when he doesn’t conform to societal expectations. Your disdain is palpable as you instruct your child to avoid interacting with him, labeling my son as disrespectful or troublesome.
But my son? He’s oblivious to your judgment. He’s too wrapped up in his own world to care what others think. Yet, I’m acutely aware of your disapproval. Do you really believe I’m blind to your disdain? Do you think your love for your child is superior to mine simply because mine faces different challenges?
It’s difficult to remain silent as I witness your judgment. I often feel the urge to confront you publicly, to shout, “I see you! I see the way you criticize us!” But unlike my son, I refrain from causing a scene, especially since he hasn’t noticed you yet. I prefer he stays unaware of the negativity that sometimes surrounds him. He’s happy and secure in who he is, blissfully ignorant of the fact that some people may judge him harshly.
Every single person grapples with their own issues. Perfection is a myth, and perhaps your flaw lies in your tendency to judge others.
There’s so much about my son that you overlook. You don’t see the unconditional love he has for me, nor do you recognize his fierce protective nature toward those he cares about. You don’t know he excels academically or that he can be both a source of frustration and immense joy in my life. His humor and unique perspective often leave me in stitches, and he feels emotions deeply, whether joy or pain.
Your narrow view reduces him to a “bad kid” simply because he occasionally talks loudly or gets distracted. You’ve decided he’s not worthy of your time or understanding. But guess what? You aren’t deserving of mine, either.
My son embodies honesty, authenticity, empathy, and compassion. He strives to be the best version of himself without belittling anyone else. He finds joy in life and embraces every experience that comes his way.
Don’t you wish you could say the same?
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In Summary
It’s crucial to recognize that every child is unique and deserving of love and understanding, regardless of their differences. Judgments only serve to cloud the beauty of individuality and the connections we can foster as a society.