Why I Embrace Strong Language in Parenting

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Recently, I received a comment on my social media page regarding a post I shared. It was mostly positive, but one part caught my attention: “Why do you use strong language? You seem to have a wonderful family, and I’d prefer not to hear your children using it.”

This got me thinking. Why do I choose to use strong language? First off, let me clarify that while I may have a penchant for colorful expressions, I definitely don’t use them around my kids. My experience as an elementary school teacher has taught me to keep my language in check. But honestly, it’s somewhat irrelevant because my children are already exposed to strong language from their peers on the school bus, often within weeks of starting kindergarten.

The Reason Behind My Choice of Words

So, what’s the reason behind my choice of words? Well, for starters, I have seven children. If that isn’t justification enough, I don’t know what is! Just managing one child is enough to prompt a few exclamations.

I find that strong language effectively conveys emotions. For instance, saying “Child No. 4 doesn’t really like my new haircut” doesn’t do justice to her actual feelings. But when I say she “absolutely hates it,” that’s a more accurate reflection of her sentiments.

Another reason? The other day, for the first time in years, I wore a pair of matching earrings I thought I had hidden well. Just minutes after taking them off, Child No. 5 decided to flick one away, and now it’s gone forever. I’m left with zero pairs of earrings, which feels pretty significant to me.

I often express myself this way because I’m exhausted from the constant interruptions during what should be private moments. There’s always a child crying—over a misplaced cup, a lost spot on the couch, or even a tiny wet mark on their sleeve. I’m simply tired of searching for lost items. And, frankly, I’m just plain worn out.

Child No. 6, who’s three, has a knack for using scissors. Unfortunately, she tends to opt for cutting hair instead of paper, which can lead to some interesting situations! I also made a conscious decision last year to stop yelling at my children, which is much more challenging than it sounds. Sometimes, expressing a good “freaking” can be cathartic.

The reality is, on days when I manage to get everyone dressed early, it’s almost guaranteed that one of them will spill something, forcing a complete outfit change and making us late regardless of my efforts. It’s moments like these that make strong language feel justified.

I can’t help but use it when I wake up at 5 a.m. to discover we’re out of coffee or when I realize I’m driving on empty. I’m also striving to reduce my complaints, leaving me with just a few choice expressions to let off steam. And let’s be honest, it’s not solely in frustration that I use it; sometimes I express my joy with a loud “yes!” when something good happens, like getting a fantastic haircut.

Conclusion

Ultimately, I use strong language because it resonates with me, and I’m unapologetic about it. I enjoy it, and that in itself is reason enough.

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Summary

This article discusses the author’s candid use of strong language in the context of parenting seven children. The author reflects on the emotional release and authenticity that such language provides, while also addressing the challenges and humorous situations that arise in a busy household.

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