The Importance of Individual Identity in Parenting

Parents should remember that their children's successes and failures are not reflections of their own worth or character. The story of the philosopher Stilpo highlights that a child’s reputation, whether good or bad, does not define their parent’s honor or disgrace. Children must be allowed to forge their own identities separate from their parents' achievements or setbacks. This approach fosters independence and reduces unnecessary pressure on children to live up to parental expectations.