Masks, Distance And The Profound Effects Of Our Next Generation
By: Nicholas Hawkins
Tags: Life Lessons, Family, Understanding, Love, Trust

Schools have been shut down, we now “lean on” virtual learning. This is very concerning due to the fact that now, everyone has to work in the middle class. Have you seen your child stop what they are doing to watch YouTube during their scheduled class hours? Perhaps you haven’t because you are too busy working. Now, this isn’t a “low blow” from me. No, this is factual. The mother and father must now work together to accumulate enough income to make ends meet.

I am fortunate enough to have a loving wife who wants to teach our son, on her time. Now ten, he has so much experience with adults that he can conversate with anyone from new born ( expressing feelings ) to a mature and experienced adults. Beyond that, he is able to comprehend what is being said to continue the conversation with a certain “understanding”. I never gloat but we must understand the dynamics for this to come to fruition.

From a young age my son has been around adults and loves to hear how life is as an adult. He shows signs of listening and understanding that many people of my age have never exhibited.

I have never used “ Baby Talk ”. We use full sentences and make sure to annunciate as to allow him to communicate clearly.

”. We use full sentences and make sure to annunciate as to allow him to communicate clearly. Every situation is life and death . Only two of the possible outcomes in this life. From lying to stealing he is to understand the consequences of both.

. Only two of the possible outcomes in this life. From lying to stealing he is to understand the consequences of both. Reinforcing positive behavior and studying practices. Allowing him to explore the web ( in positive courses) and document his findings.

Back to business.

I understand, you are reserved to think that this is “not normal”. In fact, this is normal for great individuals. We are not a coloring book that requires spaces to be filled with color, adding pressure to remain within the lines. I have had the concerning thought that I have not been well equipped or set for success in this life. I will not fail on my son and only wish to push him ( with moderation) to his full potential.

We have banned classes due to this new virus. Upon researching, teachers are finding that their children are not only one year behind on learning but TWO years.

We need a foundation, a schedule and most importantly, a routine. Once this routine is abandoned, the children lose what the knowledge needed in this life. Maybe you are the person to say, “ They do not need history to succeed in this life”. Long story short, you are wrong. History is not just learning history but the routine of following through is what appears to be missing. Early mornings, early learning and early action. I must add. Just because you neglect to see your child’s interest does not mean they have none. Pay close attention, they will express their passion in the most obscure manners at many times in their childhood, we must see this and move them closer to achieving it.

To sum this up. Social distancing, masks and shutdowns ultimately affect our children and the next generation. Removing human emotion and understanding rapidly disintegrates knowledge needed to move forward more efficiently in our world. I don’t bring up masks because the notion makes me uneasy. You have a timer and you will never know when the timer will sound off. ( Read in between the lines if necessary).

Generations after us will inherit the earth. Our top priority is to ensure that our children and generations after are taught, loved and inspired to do more, to do better. You must see the error of your ways and be sure to do what you can to prevent the transfer to your children. Teach them to do better than you, love harder than you and inspire anyone in their path.

Computers may be smart, efficient and convenient but they will always lack human emotion. This is something you cannot teach but something you have to learn.

Note: I am a single individual with singular thoughts an emotions, these are the thoughts that transpire upon raising a child. Many who read this and understand the situation will comprehend this subject. I tend to stray but the point will always remain. “ Regardless of religion, beliefs or political stance you must seek to ensure the safety and learning of our children. You alone control that aspect now.”

If you are able to stay home to teach and counsel your children, do it.

Psychologist to Psychiatrist are studying manners of only small percentages of the population. We must do what we can to interpret the rest.

Be Safe. Be Kind. We Are Only Humans.