Comparison Of Two Kinds And Simple Recipe

In the short stories “Two Kinds” and “Simple Recipe”, authored by Amy Tan and Madeline Thien, respectively, the subject of conflict between parents and their children is recounted. These short stories are recollections of the authors, taking place years ago. In the collective mind of the society of today, clashes of that nature are often perceived through a negative lens. At some point in the evolution of our ideas and beliefs, the majority has deemed it unacceptable that its offspring encounter conflicts. They have been presumed too innocent. Because of this sheltered life they are provided with, they are no longer knowledgeable about resolving inharmonious situations and all of its social subtleties. Conflicts are a vitally necessary piece of a child’s life in ensuring they are

When youth come of age, they are forced out into the harsh and unforgiving landscape that is the real world, a place abounding with conflicts. Children must be introduced to these concepts immediately so it becomes ingrained in their mind. These disagreements will seem negative to the child at the time, however it is imperative to persist on the idea that it is an fundamental lesson to be taught. They need to know life is not perfect - and it will never have that capacity. That realization is the first stride in giving them favourable odds in life. A sizable portion of parenting is providing your child with realistic experiences that they can learn from, both negative and positive. Conflicts are also experiences. Importantly, children must have a safe environment to encounter and gain these skills. Incidentally one’s own home is a prime place for learning without fear of real repercussions. The lack of legitimate danger is one of the most basic, nevertheless paramount, aspects of teaching conflict. If the child has the potential to become permanently ‘damaged’ in a real and permanent way, it has gone too far and is no longer an exercise of teaching, but of violence