This week, our main focus was centered on cultures. There
were some assignments given that had us look into the many different cultures
that influence family life in our society. I learned how these types of
cultures also influence decisions of individuals in the family as well. Some
families are smaller and have a very different dynamic in comparison to
families that have many children.
From
different research provided, I have found that the most ideal dynamic that is
best for children is for the family’s culture to stem from the traditional
family system. A father and mother working hand in hand to rear children. That
is how it has been for thousands of years. Now, it is not as expected and so we
see cultures becoming more accepting of different family systems. I believe
that the traditional family is vital. It has been tested to be the best in
comparison to other examples of family units. I hope that people can one day
recognize the value of traditional families though the cultures of today are changing.
Something needs to change. This is our posterity we are talking about.
You mentioned the thought that "that is how it has been for thousands of years" speaking of the traditional family. I can see where you are coming from yet historically most societies functioned through extended families not a solely traditional familial situation. Why do you think the world is becoming so accepting of virtually any family system? Why is the traditional family so "vital?" You concluded by saying that "something needs to change," what are some of your thoughts concerning these needed changes.
ReplyDeleteI believe that the world is becoming so accepting of any family system because there are many different types developing. The process of divorce, re-marrying, and having children with the next spouse is developing a type of family in our society that has not always been common. Now, it is becoming very accepted. Media even influences this by portraying many of the family units as being broken families affected by divorce, step-parents, step-siblings...I do not appreciate this acceptance that is occuring. I feel like it makes marriage seem less meaningful and easily disposable through the option of divorce. When I was discribing the "traditional family," I did not emphasize the importance of extended family. I do believe that the extended family is beneficial because it provides a sense of belonging that one can feel in family reunions and other family gatherings of the sort. My goal in describing the "traditional family" was to hit on the influence that two parents have in raising a family. Statistically it is supported that such an atmosphere is best for rearing children, the next generation. If the next generation is raised entirely in that environment, we would see a significant impact on society in areas socially and politically. When I said that "something needs to change," I was referring to the acceptance of different types of families becoming the norm. In order for this to change, the outlook our nation has on marriage and family would need to change. Like I said, marriage should not be seen as something that can be thrown away at the first notice of conflict. It should be valued more as something that can be fought for. The roles of mothers and fathers should also be re-evaluated as being of great worth. I strongly believe these things to be important. What is your opinion on the issue?
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