There are a few things I failed to wither touch upon or go in depth about due to my general rambling (LOL!) and time constraints:
I failed to discuss or broach points about the media, television, movies and such mediums as the internet, and how they affect what our children see, hear and learn in regards to information on sex and sexuality, violence, mature language, drugs, war, religion, foreign affairs, as well as the realities of more personal issues like bills, payments, stresses in marriages/relationships and how they affect the family dynamic, etc. The list goes on.
I realize it can be quite the sweepingly broad topic when all of the above things are mentioned, I just want to share my thoughts and maybe get a constructive dialogue started. Feel free to comment or reply with a video. Later. 
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great topic talking …
great topic talking to my kids i have a newborn and a teenager and my oldest is marryed now me and her aren’t close but my 13yr old and baby well that i diffrent story things are diffrent for those two i make it clear that our communicatin is loud and clear and that we could keep it real aS it gets with my children with love and respect doc wife
I agree completely, …
I agree completely, i grew up in an environment where trhat was not the case and i really don’t want my kids to grow up not feeling like they can talk to me about anything and everything!,
Believe me Doc, I …
Believe me Doc, I feel you. LOL! Good talking to you brother. Respects to you and yours brother.
so youre smellin …
so youre smellin what im steppin in then..i thought you might..enjoy your eve
respects as always
doc
LOL! Social …
LOL! Social Darwinisn? I always get into to it with so-called Social Darwinists. Its a perversion of Darwins Natural Selection with a mix of survival of the fittest, which was coined by Herbert Spencer, then mix in some Eugenics and you have the Social Darwinism. Its a ing hodge podge of bankruptcy. LOL!
well i like school …
well i like school less and less because it has turned into almost pure propaganda especially sociology what a load of utter crap….social darwinism its about as retarded as it gets..but i do what i have to so that me and my masters degree can make some waves back in the direction of freedom of the individual…and algebra if you like math you do if you dont its a struggle and i was invited to attend the abnormal psyche honors class this semester and that is very interesting indeed
Thanks for the …
Thanks for the feedback brother. Yeah man, they have tested the affects of the boob tube. It alters brain wave patterns to a more lulling state. Its ing insane.
That’s right. How you liking your new classes so far?
its taught in my …
its taught in my current sociology class that media is now the number one shaper of personality in western society now…..so you are so correct that communication with your kids is so important, because you are competing with a machine that is desiged now by law to effect your kids development in a way they consider positive…which brings us back to needing to know what it is that the people support that you involve with….great point of this vlog..with school just starting i havent had time
Well, if kids …
Well, if kids aren’t a part of your life, unless you work in that field or have family with lots of kids around, its easy to glaze over it. Then there are those that will say, “well, you don’t have kids so what can you offer to the conversation.” ing tossers. LOL! Its an arrogant egotism that some people develop from having kids. As if having a kid qualifies you to be an intelligent, rational person. I would never hold that position and I think its a bit bankrupt myself.
Where I grew up it …
Where I grew up it was the same way, different culture. I think part of it is also circumstances beyond the kids control, income levels, neighborhood, where they grow up. It takes a consicous effort to keep your head on straight.
When I lived down …
When I lived down south, people didn’t go out after dark because of the gangs of kids that hung around. I mean you were seriously putting your life in your hands if you did. I just don’t get how kids can have such a mentality.
I agree with you, …
I agree with you, and I really do wish parents would take responcibility for their kids more rather than having this belief that their children are other peoples concern. Especially when it comes to teachers. Teachers are there to educate kids not to raise them.
But again I’m not a parent so I don’t argue this point too much.
Hehe, all I can …
I really can’t say how much of that was nature and how much was nurture. I’m from a single parent family and my mum did the best she could but I just don’t think I would’ve been that way inclined anyway. But it’s hard to say.
Hehe, all I can really say is that I grew up listening to Ice-T and Ice Cube thanks to the influence of a boyfriend my sister once had but I never felt the need to refer to my friends as “homies” or threaten to “pop a cap” in the teacher
That is very kind. …
That is very kind. Thanks.
The term idiot box …
The term idiot box is very appropriate. There is very littel in the way of educational programming, I mean real learning type programming, in the mainstream. I have my son watching discovery and NGC, at least he is absorbing good information, learning about the world and things in it to some degree.
I feel you. You …
I feel you. You make a great point that conveys to the topic David. Parents need to want to take a very involved interest in their children to help with this. You are right about the education & illiteracy levels. I see it too. There are factors that keep parents distracted, i.e. time consuming careers, like mine & my wife’s. However it is not an excuse, in my opinion, not to get involved. You know brother, I bet you could offer your own insight in regards to your childhood looking back.
Whenever my son get …
Whenever my son get s crazy or angry I just say his name and talk to him until he calms down. I then explain why he shouldnt do something or why it was not cool, of course it takes numerous times to be absorbed, but it is amazing how much it works. My wife or family members will be just saying his name. You say it too much it loses meaning. So I go over there and get his attention. Parents can’t expect a child to just listen and follow.
Indeed. Live, learn and question. Good sentiment.
I did have to check …
I did have to check. LOL! Rest ured I won’t have to check next time. My job requires me to remember a lot of people so I am good with names.
You’re right. Respect is key. My wife and I definitely have an aversion to bribery. , we do time outs and I don’t like those too much even though they have been effective. =
Thanks. Good luck …
Thanks. Good luck with your little boy. I think you’re a good daddy!
the problem of our …
the problem of our language being worn down over time. Now, I understand the argument that down through time language changes naturally but honestly, in college I see a degree of illiteracy that isn’t even funny and some people who have grown up in these groups have such a poor vocabulary that it would blow your mind. I don’t really have a point here except to say that where the mainsteam media is concerned, I think this kind of thing just feeds off itself and SOMEONE has to intervene,
I’m not a parent so …
I’m not a parent so I won’t comment on that aspect but going off something you wrote in the description box (the media), the degradation of certain things concerns me.
For example kids have their own way of talking to one another using slang etc sometimes to such an extent that an outsider would have no clue what is being said. Of course the mainstream media picks up on this and itself uses such slang itself in it’s programs in order to appeal but in doing so, perpetuate…
Very well said …
Very well said Jamie. I agree with you. Not every situation might go like you plan or suspect, but with some sincerity and time it will work itself out.
Nice bro. I work …
Nice bro. I work out of the house myself. I get a little more time if I have to pick him up siuck or nights my wife stays late. I enjoy it a lot. I look forward to much more.
Ha im not sure why …
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Ha im not sure why i started my comment saying ”But” when i ment ”What” but nvm
Liking the personal touch of using my first name, did you remember it or do a quick profile check :p.
I think the key to a good childhood is parents who show you a massive amount of respect, parents who never spoil kids with the promise of sweets for good behaviour etc.
Freedom to discover, make mistakes and learn from them aswell as always questioning what your told from teachers, friends etc
I always talked …
I always talked with my 5 kids openly and honestly about ANY & all subjects. Nothing was ever off the table. I never lied to them or held back information. There are ways of talking to a child about anything at any age. All it takes is some forethought & sensitivity.
It is my opinion that lying to your child or placing a biased spin on truth is harmful to a childs growth. In any case, my kids are far better off dealing with reality & are well adjusted. They cope well.