In a bid to motivate her daughter, a mom took to Reddit to showcase her unique approach to discipline after discovering her daughter was struggling in math with a D-. She posted a picture that said, “This is my daughter’s phone.” The phone was encased behind a glass panel, making it quite the attention grabber. The post garnered over three million views in just one day!
The mom added in the comments, “It’s all about finding the right motivation.” While I’m not a parenting expert, I’d say having your phone on the other side of a glass barrier is motivation enough! But, let’s face it, this is way more entertaining than a simple confiscation.
It’s crucial for teenagers to understand that poor academic performance can lead to losing privileges like cell phone usage. While I’m not a fan of “humiliation parenting,” this is done anonymously—no one knows who this teenager is. The image was shared in a “funny” subreddit, sparking debate about the appropriateness of turning a serious academic issue into a light-hearted joke. But can you picture the frustration of this teen, staring longingly at her phone trapped behind glass? If that doesn’t push her to improve her grades, what will?
Parents need to hold their children accountable for their academic responsibilities. If this mom hadn’t shared her clever tactic online, countless others might not have been inspired to try something similar. While this will surely ignite discussions among parents, I lean toward the “brilliant” side of the argument. My only advice? Maybe it’s time to stop checking the views and consider hiring a tutor for their daughter, keeping that phone securely behind glass until her grades improve.
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In summary, it’s important to find creative ways to motivate children academically while maintaining a sense of humor. This parent’s unique punishment not only entertained the internet but also sparked important conversations about accountability and discipline.