John 3:16 – Be thankful, grateful, patient, charitable, kind, and smile, as it is infectious. God Bless America; protect our president and Military!
I think we are most shaped in our foundations by what we are exposed to from birth through age 5-6. That is why it is so important to have a good, nurturing home and surroundings, as they play an integral part in our development and in how we view the world as we age. You can see how it plays out for the most part in society, as there is less or no community support, opportunities, and, like everything, there are exceptions to the rule, but it takes determination and self-dedication to climb out of that situation.
If you were raised in a poor, drug-abusing, or crime-infested home or neighborhood with a poor educational system or community structure, your chances are certainly less than those of someone raised in a growth-focused environment with a strong emphasis on higher education, social opportunities, and a supportive community focused on helping you on a successful path.
A child born into poverty or the lower-middle class typically has less financial support, which exposes them to fewer opportunities, halls of education, and outreach programs, than a child raised in an upper-middle-class or wealthy household. This contrast is largely due to the environments in which they are raised and the goals and expectations set for their success.
However, this situation can create its own set of challenges. Successful parents, due to their demanding careers, may spend a lot of time away from home and the family nucleus. If they achieve a high level of success, their children might feel pressure to meet expectations that can be overwhelming and create a litany of problems.
I think couples who manage to build a nurturing home, focused more on raising their children, where they can both be involved, create a better opportunity for their children to become well-adjusted adults. These are just my observations and opinion on life.
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