Why Are Some People So Against Homeschooling?
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It is amazing, but some people are really against homeschooling. In fact, these people can get angry when discussing homeschooling and even make you feel like you are abusing your child for submitting him to something of the sort. However, if you run into one of these people you need to understand what fuels their anger so that you can defend your choices or at least calm them down.
Reason #1 Ignorance
Many individuals are completely ignorant as to what homeschooling is, how it is carried out, and its ultimate affect on kids. Sure, these folks will make you feel like they know everything there is to know about homeschooling, but in nine out of 10 cases they probably dont know anything at all. Think about it for a second and ask yourself how long you have been homeschooling. Then ask yourself if you know all there is to know or if you are still learning? See, if you have been involved in homeschooling for some time and are still learning about it then it is impossible that some Joe off the street knows more than you. So, just keep in mind their anger springs from their ignorance and either choose to educate them or move on and ignore them.
Reason #2 Jealousy
Believe it or not, but a lot of parents would love to homeschool their children, but they are not willing or cannot make the sacrifice to do so. This could be due to a job or family situation, or maybe they simply are not educated enough or disciplined enough to homeschool their children. Regardless, many of these individuals will appear to be against homeschooling simply because they are jealous that you are able to give your child this gift. Remember, you are home all day with your children caring for them, guiding them, and teaching them. And these folks are relying on the public school system to educate and care for their children during the day. Obviously a parent could easily be jealous of another parent who is able to homeschool their child.
Reason #3 Misinformation
Lots of people think they know about homeschooling, but much of what they know is not accurate or even true. As a result these folks develop very strong opinions against homeschool and make blanket statements that certainly do not affect all children who are homeschooled. If you run into someone like this dont worry. They simply dont know what they are talking about. You can provide them with some accurate information if you care that much or simply ignore them. As long as you know what you are doing is best for your kids then dont worry what others think.
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