The article discusses the differences in parenting styles between a South Asian woman raised in a progressive environment and her more conservative husband. While she emphasizes the importance of fostering independence and social responsibility in their children, her husband prefers a more dependent approach. Their contrasting upbringings affect their parenting, leading to conflicts about how best to raise their children. Despite their disagreements, both parents ultimately desire what is best for their kids, highlighting the challenges that can arise from diverse backgrounds within a marriage.
I want my kids to be independent and become socially responsible people.
I want them to think and fend for themselves - and not rely on anyone for anything.
I'm teaching them to be free, independent thinkers... pursue fields they are passionate about.
Our differences have seeped into how we raise our children, which is causing some issues.
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