Change is always the law of NATURE. The 21st Century has witnessed unprecedented material progress which has brought changes in the thought process. This has led to a difference of opinion between generations leading a widening generation gap. Earlier this 'gap' was visible after a period of 50 years, but today's speed has brought this gap down to 10-15 years. While we can't stop the material progress, we can take some precautionary measures to avoid the side effects and keep our families together.
Let us examine the generations. We have three generations before us. Those who are above above 65 years, having experience of both Pre-independence India and India of today. Then we have those who are about 45 years of age currently pursuing a business and who have played a major role in the economic progress of the late 20th and early 21st century. Finally we have to days youth, having a 'different' view towards life. According to them, talking about principle centered life is a silly question. Making money and enjoying life is the only aim before them.
Then what is the solution? Instead of blaming each other we should try to understand the differences. Continuous dialogue between a father and son is the best solution to this problem. If they discuss a problem mutually, they will find a solution. One in which there will be no gap, neither of generation or of thoughts.
Process of dialogue is always beneficial. If a father finds that his son is not on the right track, it is his responsibility to convince his son by giving examples from his life. On the other hand, the son must also take advantage of his father's experience. Granted tat the father might not be as educated as his son, but the son should value the wisdom of experiences above his bookish knowledge. This outlook will automatically reduce the gap to a great extent.
If we all sit back and examine our past, we will see that our parents are our best well-wishers because the have absolutely no conflict of interest. In fact, their interest is our welfare. Therefore, we should go out of the way and seek their advice, making them an important part of all of our decisions. We might feel we have enough expertise to make a decision, but that critical power of differentiation which is required at crucial times only comes from the wisdom of experience without which we will suffer in one decision or the other.
It is re-iterated once again, having proper dialogue in between the family members is the only solution to this problem. Since family problems generate within the family, try to solve them with the consultation of Grand Parents and Parents. If you wish to reduce the gap, cut short the distance and come towards each other as togetherness is the strength for success.
Let us examine the generations. We have three generations before us. Those who are above above 65 years, having experience of both Pre-independence India and India of today. Then we have those who are about 45 years of age currently pursuing a business and who have played a major role in the economic progress of the late 20th and early 21st century. Finally we have to days youth, having a 'different' view towards life. According to them, talking about principle centered life is a silly question. Making money and enjoying life is the only aim before them.
Then what is the solution? Instead of blaming each other we should try to understand the differences. Continuous dialogue between a father and son is the best solution to this problem. If they discuss a problem mutually, they will find a solution. One in which there will be no gap, neither of generation or of thoughts.
Process of dialogue is always beneficial. If a father finds that his son is not on the right track, it is his responsibility to convince his son by giving examples from his life. On the other hand, the son must also take advantage of his father's experience. Granted tat the father might not be as educated as his son, but the son should value the wisdom of experiences above his bookish knowledge. This outlook will automatically reduce the gap to a great extent.
If we all sit back and examine our past, we will see that our parents are our best well-wishers because the have absolutely no conflict of interest. In fact, their interest is our welfare. Therefore, we should go out of the way and seek their advice, making them an important part of all of our decisions. We might feel we have enough expertise to make a decision, but that critical power of differentiation which is required at crucial times only comes from the wisdom of experience without which we will suffer in one decision or the other.
It is re-iterated once again, having proper dialogue in between the family members is the only solution to this problem. Since family problems generate within the family, try to solve them with the consultation of Grand Parents and Parents. If you wish to reduce the gap, cut short the distance and come towards each other as togetherness is the strength for success.
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