Parents inability to say No

 Q. You are Aniket / Ankita, a student representative in a parents orientation programme. You have to write an article for the school magazine about parents and their inability to say no. They seem to be raising children, who respond greedily to the advertisements aimed right at them. Now psychologists, educators and parents think it is time to stop the madness and start teaching kids values like hard work, contentment, honesty and compassion. Psychologists say that parents who over-indulge their kids set them up to be more vulnerable to future anxiety and depression. Write this article in about 150 - 200 words.

The “Yes” Epidemic: Are We Over-Indulging Our Children?
By: Ankita

As a student representative, I’ve observed a growing trend: the “yes” epidemic. Parents, driven by love and a desire to provide, often struggle to say “no”. This has led to a generation of children bombarded by advertisements, responding with insatiable greed.

The consequences are alarming. Psychologists and educators warn that over-indulgence breeds not happiness, but anxiety and depression. Children raised without boundaries struggle to cope with the realities of life, often feeling entitled and unfulfilled.

It’s time for a change. We must shift our focus from material possessions to core values like hard work, contentment, honesty, and compassion. These are the building blocks of a fulfilling life. Instead of shielding our children from disappointment, we should teach them resilience and the value of earning what they desire.

Let’s replace impulsive purchases with meaningful experiences, and instant gratification with the satisfaction of achieving goals through effort. By teaching our children to appreciate what they have and strive for what truly matters, we empower them to lead happier, more balanced lives.