Ghanaian musician Perez Musik has reflected on how parenting styles influenced confidence and self-expression, arguing that growing up in homes where children were frequently shouted at or silenced may have made many Ghanaians more timid.
Speaking during the Afternoon show on TV3, the musician said children who were often scolded or discouraged from expressing themselves in public grew up into adults who hesitate before speaking or sharing their opinions.
He suggested that the way some parents corrected their children may have contributed to a generation that became more cautious about expressing themselves.
“Because of the way your mother will shout at you, your father will shout at you, when you are in public and you have to express yourself… you are a bit laid back, you are calculating. Should I say it? Should I not say it?” he said.
He observed that those who grew up in homes where they were allowed to express themselves freely often appeared more confident.
“You realise that kids that came out from homes where they are allowed to express themselves are a bit more confident,” he said.
Perez Musik, however, acknowledged that both parenting styles have their own advantages and disadvantages.
“With everything, I think that there is a positive aspect of it, and there is a downside to it as well,” he explained.
Beyond parenting, the musician also spoke about the importance of understanding individual differences when dealing with people, particularly in leadership.
Credit: pulse.com.gh
