Too many parents have things they wish they could do or wish they were good at, and their logic becomes “I wish my parents had forced me to do this when I was younger, so I am going to force my kid to do this even if they hate it.” Growing up in that sort of household sucks, and just causes resentment.
Good parenting is supporting your kid’s interests, while being upfront about expectations. If your kid wants to do art, support their endeavors but be clear that it’s not an easy field to make a living in if that is their goal so as not to set them up for disappointment later in life. Make sure it’s something they want for themselves first.
100% this.
Too many parents have things they wish they could do or wish they were good at, and their logic becomes “I wish my parents had forced me to do this when I was younger, so I am going to force my kid to do this even if they hate it.” Growing up in that sort of household sucks, and just causes resentment.
Good parenting is supporting your kid’s interests, while being upfront about expectations. If your kid wants to do art, support their endeavors but be clear that it’s not an easy field to make a living in if that is their goal so as not to set them up for disappointment later in life. Make sure it’s something they want for themselves first.