Parashat Lech Lecha: Parenting advice from Abraham
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The teachings of Abraham suggest that parenting requires a balance of love and respect. Parents should avoid micromanaging the affairs of grown children. It is necessary to give children enough space. While children may show their love in unusual ways during certain life stages, they always need love from their parents.
Our patriarchal father taught us that parenting is a blend of respect and love. You can’t smother a grown child with love and micromanage their affairs. You must respect them enough to give them their space. . They have a funny way of showing their love during certain stages of their lives, but they always need it from us.