Parenting Tips: The meaning of parenting has changed in today's world. Now, parents don't just give orders, but also explain the reasons behind every decision. Talking to children, explaining things to them, and listening to their opinions is good. But the question is, is it necessary to explain everything? Could it be that too much explanation is confusing children? As a parent, you might not even realize when over-explaining becomes a mistake in raising your children. So, how do you balance these things, and how much should you tell your children? Let's find out.

When Explaining Becomes a Habit:
In many homes today, parents give lengthy explanations for every little thing:

We're not giving you the phone because…
You can't go outside right now because…
Don't do this because…

Gradually, the child starts to believe that every rule only needs to be followed if they fully understand it. This reduces the child's ability to accept "no."

Not Every "No" Needs an Explanation:
There are many instances in life where we don't get a reason, yet we still have to follow the rules – in school, at work, in society, and under the law. If a child learns from a young age that everything needs a logical explanation, they may have trouble accepting authority later in life.

Sometimes parents themselves feel guilty, so they try to explain everything. But setting boundaries in parenting is just as important as showing love.

Increased Confusion from Over-Explanation:
Hearing the reason for everything makes the child overthink.
They become afraid to make decisions.
They develop a habit of doubting everything.
Even simple things seem confusing.

So, should we stop talking to them?
Absolutely not. Talking to children is necessary, but not all the time. You need to understand the difference. Explaining is necessary for major decisions. For everyday rules, clarity is enough.

For example, "It's bedtime now."
A long lecture isn't necessary every time.
Balance is the Right Path:
Good parenting is where the child can ask questions, but doesn't argue about everything, expresses their opinion, but also learns to respect boundaries. It's not wise to explain everything to children, but rather to explain the right things at the right time.

PC Social Media