I am reflecting on the loss of traditional family protocols and the lack of discipline in the modern generation.
The Importance of Protocol and Order
In this session, I am addressing the critical need for following protocols and guidelines. I observe that the current generation of parents and children has lost its way, straying far from the disciplined structures that once governed our households. There is a profound lack of discipline today, replaced by what I call a "clumsy" imitation of foreign or modern ways that ignore our foundational values.
Respect for the Patriarch at the Table
I remember how we were raised: if food was prepared and placed in the pots or on the table, no one dared to touch it if the father had not yet arrived. There was a clear hierarchy and a waiting period. Even if we were to start early, it was only after the father gave explicit permission, relayed through the mother, that he might be delayed and we should proceed.
Rituals of Washing and Serving
The arrival of the patriarch—whether my father or my grandfather—triggered a specific set of rituals. Once he sat at the table, the process of washing hands began, starting strictly with him. Even if there were male children as young as two years old, they would follow the men in the washing ritual before the women. This wasn't just about hygiene; it was a ritual of acknowledging rank and gender roles within the family structure.
The Critique of Modern "Equality"
I strongly disagree with the modern "50/50" approach where anyone just starts eating whenever they want. To me, this is a form of "colonialism" or a corruption of our culture. When you remove these protocols, you lose the order of the home. By allowing children to eat before elders or alongside them without any distinction, we are fostering a generation that has no sense of boundaries or respect.
The Consequence of Vanishing Discipline
We can see the results of this shift in the behavior of children today. They have no fear or respect; they interrupt adults, throw things, and play loudly while elders are trying to converse. When a parent tries to correct them with a weak "Stop, Junior," the child doesn't listen because the underlying foundation of authority has been dismantled. These behaviors are present even among us here, and it is a sign of how deeply we have strayed.
Greed and the Loss of Shame
One of the most irritating things I see is the lack of shame at the table. Nowadays, a child will rush for the best parts of the meal—like the meat—before the elders have even been served. This is a shameful habit that reflects a total lack of upbringing. We must realize that these small acts of greed and lack of protocol are symptoms of a much larger spiritual and social decay.
I am reflecting on the loss of traditional family protocols and the lack of discipline in the modern generation.
The Importance of Protocol and Order
In this session, I am addressing the critical need for following protocols and guidelines. I observe that the current generation of parents and children has lost its way, straying far from the disciplined structures that once governed our households. There is a profound lack of discipline today, replaced by what I call a "clumsy" imitation of foreign or modern ways that ignore our foundational values.
Respect for the Patriarch at the Table
I remember how we were raised: if food was prepared and placed in the pots or on the table, no one dared to touch it if the father had not yet arrived. There was a clear hierarchy and a waiting period. Even if we were to start early, it was only after the father gave explicit permission, relayed through the mother, that he might be delayed and we should proceed.
Rituals of Washing and Serving
The arrival of the patriarch—whether my father or my grandfather—triggered a specific set of rituals. Once he sat at the table, the process of washing hands began, starting strictly with him. Even if there were male children as young as two years old, they would follow the men in the washing ritual before the women. This wasn't just about hygiene; it was a ritual of acknowledging rank and gender roles within the family structure.
The Critique of Modern "Equality"
I strongly disagree with the modern "50/50" approach where anyone just starts eating whenever they want. To me, this is a form of "colonialism" or a corruption of our culture. When you remove these protocols, you lose the order of the home. By allowing children to eat before elders or alongside them without any distinction, we are fostering a generation that has no sense of boundaries or respect.
The Consequence of Vanishing Discipline
We can see the results of this shift in the behavior of children today. They have no fear or respect; they interrupt adults, throw things, and play loudly while elders are trying to converse. When a parent tries to correct them with a weak "Stop, Junior," the child doesn't listen because the underlying foundation of authority has been dismantled. These behaviors are present even among us here, and it is a sign of how deeply we have strayed.
Greed and the Loss of Shame
One of the most irritating things I see is the lack of shame at the table. Nowadays, a child will rush for the best parts of the meal—like the meat—before the elders have even been served. This is a shameful habit that reflects a total lack of upbringing. We must realize that these small acts of greed and lack of protocol are symptoms of a much larger spiritual and social decay.
I am reflecting on the loss of traditional family protocols and the lack of discipline in the modern generation.
The Importance of Protocol and Order
In this session, I am addressing the critical need for following protocols and guidelines. I observe that the current generation of parents and children has lost its way, straying far from the disciplined structures that once governed our households. There is a profound lack of discipline today, replaced by what I call a "clumsy" imitation of foreign or modern ways that ignore our foundational values.
Respect for the Patriarch at the Table
I remember how we were raised: if food was prepared and placed in the pots or on the table, no one dared to touch it if the father had not yet arrived. There was a clear hierarchy and a waiting period. Even if we were to start early, it was only after the father gave explicit permission, relayed through the mother, that he might be delayed and we should proceed.
Rituals of Washing and Serving
The arrival of the patriarch—whether my father or my grandfather—triggered a specific set of rituals. Once he sat at the table, the process of washing hands began, starting strictly with him. Even if there were male children as young as two years old, they would follow the men in the washing ritual before the women. This wasn't just about hygiene; it was a ritual of acknowledging rank and gender roles within the family structure.
The Critique of Modern "Equality"
I strongly disagree with the modern "50/50" approach where anyone just starts eating whenever they want. To me, this is a form of "colonialism" or a corruption of our culture. When you remove these protocols, you lose the order of the home. By allowing children to eat before elders or alongside them without any distinction, we are fostering a generation that has no sense of boundaries or respect.
The Consequence of Vanishing Discipline
We can see the results of this shift in the behavior of children today. They have no fear or respect; they interrupt adults, throw things, and play loudly while elders are trying to converse. When a parent tries to correct them with a weak "Stop, Junior," the child doesn't listen because the underlying foundation of authority has been dismantled. These behaviors are present even among us here, and it is a sign of how deeply we have strayed.
Greed and the Loss of Shame
One of the most irritating things I see is the lack of shame at the table. Nowadays, a child will rush for the best parts of the meal—like the meat—before the elders have even been served. This is a shameful habit that reflects a total lack of upbringing. We must realize that these small acts of greed and lack of protocol are symptoms of a much larger spiritual and social decay.
