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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]We allow it. No devices, but books are fine. It's not every meal, but I'll never say no to a kid's nose in a book.[/quote]

While it may be better for the brain, it is every bit just as rude to be engaged in a book as a device. And every bit as distracting with the potential to cause delays even if you are alone. There are indeed many times when it would be better parenting to say "no to a kids nose in a book".[/quote]
Maybe better parenting to YOU. Not better parenting to every kid or every situation. MYOB. [/quote]

This is why kids are mostly brats and uncivilized these days. Manners used to be pretty universally understood and it mattered that we brought up kids with good manners. Now everyone is so unique they can't possibly learn manners.

Fine, but when they are expected to know these things don't be surprised if they lose opportunities.[/quote]

While you are right there is no point fighting this battle. People don't care about manners anymore and love repeating "you do you" as if it's an original sentiment. Kids who are well mannered will stand out more though and will have advantages as a result.. [/quote]
Discouraging reading just to prove to randoms that your kids have "manners" (which apply to far more than just reading) is incredibly short sighted. Kids who are avid readers are more likely to be successful in life and have fewer mental health issues. Your version of manners is probably not going to do that. But at least your dumb kids will get praised by other boomers for sitting at the table looking bored AF![/quote]

So no reading at the dinner table means discouraging reading? With those critical thinking skills (and trashy tone) it doesn't sound like you are much of a reader yourself.  [/quote]
"Trashy tone"? OK lol. I was an avid reader as a kid, and encourage my children to read as much as possible. I don't really GAF if that bothers randos on the internet. [/quote]

You cared enough to reply.

I speak three languages and have a high-paying, intellectually challenging job. Of course I encourage reading as much as possible. But I also understand that being well mannered and able to engage in conversation—yes even when you think the person is boring—is a critical skill that helps both in relationships and at work. That skill is cultivated through daily conversations during dinner where I also encourage my kids to focus on mindfully eating—another important life skill. [/quote]
You were the one that replied to me and called me trashy, but ok. I'm sure you do, everyone on the internet is a millionaire success  :lol: 
Just because a child reads at the table doesn't mean they aren't able to engage in conversation. It's interesting that you seem to directly equate the two. Life isn't black and white, what a limiting mindset. [/quote]

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