Is it bad? Psychologist analyzes the conduct of Maria Alice, daughter of Virginia

Maria AliceOnly 3 years, daughter of the couple Virginia Fonseca e Zé FelipeA new activity full of enthusiasm has begun: football. After contacting the karate and driving, it now goes to the fields. The doubt that many resonate is still: does it still make sense to label this as a “boy thing”?

To explore how this initiative can influence the development of the child, the Caras Brasil interviewed the psychologist Leticia de Oliveirawhich shared precious reflections on gender, education and freedom during childhood.

According to Leticia, the fact that Maria Alice is interested in the practices usually associated with the male universe represents something very positive, both for her son and for her parents.

“It is very positive both the decision of Maria Alice and the support of the parents to allow the child to be a child, who can express himself and build his identity freely”, guarantees Leticia.

Note that social norms have changed a lot and that the ancient rigidity that connected sports or colors to certain genres has already lost meaning.

“Today we have a much greater freedom of practicing sports or choosing colors that were once rigidly associated with males or females. This does not interfere with anything in the femininity or masculinity of the child”, strengthen.

The expert also emphasizes that many parents still bring obsolete fears, such as concern that some preferences reveal something about their children’s identity. For her, it is essential to remember that childhood is a period of discoveries and experiments.

“Just as we find it natural when the child says he wants to be a firefighter or popcorn, we should also allow them to experience different activities and we will discover his preferences during these experiences”, He says.

According to Leticia, giving space to the child to explore his interests, even if they leave the conventional, brings concrete benefits to his emotional maturity.

Do these choices contribute or hinder development?

For the psychologist, when the child maintains his decisions even in the face of criticism, he develops important skills such as self -employment and resilience.

“Every time we explore something outside of what is considered traditional, we develop resilience and strengthen self -esteem”explains. “This posture strengthens both self -esteem and the ability to face challenges”Complete.

And what would be the role of parents in this context?

Leticia stresses that the managers should guide their children based on the principles, but they must also recognize the time to offer autonomy.

“Parents should guide their children in aspects such as education and cultural values. But when it comes to sports, patterns or professions with which children dream, these experiences must be more playful and free.”comments.

It also makes an important warning: although there is progress, the company still imposes many limits and judgments.

“Unfortunately, society itself requires judgments and prejudices. When parents understand that these experiences are part of the development, they strengthen both the autonomy of the child and their safety as educators.”concludes.

Why does the prejudice still persist?

In conclusion, the psychologist recalls that the different people still disturb many people. “We still live in a very prejudiced society that tends to see everything in terms of just and wrong, good and bad. Recognize that there are nuances between these extremes is an important step for social evolution.”He says.

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