A few days ago I was watching an interview with a highly regarded actor. In the interview that actor made a statement that has been on auto-rewind in my mind for days. He stated, "I do not tell my little daughter she is a princess or do anything to give her the illusion that life is a fantasy". I found this statement interesting for many reasons.
First, let it be noted that I do respect this actor. Secondly, that I found irony in a man who makes his living off of selling "fantasy" to the public would make this statement (and whom himself, is living his "fantasy"). And yes, while I do agree that some go over board on the entire "princess" realm, should we stop telling our children to dream? I understand that life is not all lollipops and gumdrops, but if we don't give children a chance to dream, are we cutting them off at the knees? Would the statement caused less of a stir in me if a women had made it? Where is the balance in not crushing dreams and having a sense of reality???
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I don't think that telling your daughter she is a princess makes her think life is a fantasy. I think it does make her a spoiled brat. "Princess children" often think they are above reproach and that people must treat them like royalty. They are astounded if someone reprimands or disagrees with them. And...it's hell on your decorating. Pretty pretty princess pink and purple pom pom pretties. Barf!!!!
ReplyDeleteI think that our children learn to dream and explore through the activities we introduce and encourage...outdoor pretend play, drawing, reading, etc. Just my two cents! I'm sure someone can't wait to rip my comment apart!:)