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09/19/2012
The problem with exposing kids to sex has far more to do with trivialization and objectification than simply encouraging kids to do it. It has to do with what kids are taught about human connection.
Feminists are always saying that it doesn't matter how a woman dresses. Well, actually it does. It sends both gals and guys a message. When a woman dresses provocatively, it basically tells the universe that it is the best she has to offer. Sure her body may be beautiful, but you have to realize that for guys, the beauty of a woman's body eclipses her inner beauty (especially with all the movies out there that are geared towards teenage boys and celebrate guys sleeping around).
Women who tend to objectify themselves are more likely to have eating disorders, low self-esteem, and depression, and they are more prone to being sexual risk-takers. If women are going to represent themselves as sex objects, then there will be no equality between males and females.
I get so many calls from parents concerned about their kids being out of control and acting like they are adults in committed relationships. Their kids are shacking up because they're still rebelling and don't want to follow the rules. This behavior is dominating our society, and for parents, it's like being up against Goliath.
So, what can we do?
Parents have to spend a lot more time being invested and involved with their kids. Stop with the divorces and working 17 jobs. Realize that if you are going to have kids, you have a huge responsibility ahead of you. Parents should praise kids' intellectual, creative, and athletic abilities, but value their effort, hard work, and character over achievements. Character is far more important than looks or personal accomplishments. In short, parents really need to recommit to being parents.
And remember, if you don't put the time, effort, and caring in to your kids, somebody else will. Do you want it to be you or their buddies and the media?
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