Parenting Weekend
Cornerstone Singapore Audio Podcast
Deep Dive
Why is parenting considered challenging according to Deacon Calvin?
Parenting is challenging because it involves juggling multiple responsibilities, from physical and mental health to academic performance and safety, while also dealing with societal expectations and the stress of raising children.
What does Deacon Calvin compare having a fourth child to?
He compares having a fourth child to being drowning and then being handed a baby, emphasizing the overwhelming feeling of responsibility and the additional challenges it brings.
What societal beliefs about parenting do Deacon Calvin and Diane challenge?
They challenge three societal beliefs: 1)
What is the current fertility rate situation in Singapore?
Singapore has the third lowest fertility rate in the world, just behind Taiwan and South Korea, according to a recent report.
What is Deacon Calvin and Diane's stance on tuition for their children?
They have never spent a single cent on tuition for their four children, believing that teaching children to take ownership of their learning and paying attention in class is sufficient. They prioritize family bonding over tuition fees.
How do Deacon Calvin and Diane handle their children's smartphones?
They set a contract with rules, including the clause that parents reserve the right to check their phones anytime for random checks. They explain this as a way to protect their children and ensure their safety online.
What is the vision wall in Deacon Calvin and Diane's home?
The vision wall is a display where they established family values, wrote down visions, goals, and prophetic words, organized into categories like growth, experiences, and contributions. It helps the children set and achieve personal goals.
How did COVID-19 impact Deacon Calvin and Diane's family routines?
During the COVID-19 circuit breaker, they established family routines, including daily communion, short teachings, and regular family fun times, which helped them create a consistent and nurturing environment at home.
What is the family decoration that Deacon Calvin and Diane recite with their children?
The family decoration emphasizes their identity in Christ:
What advice does Deacon Calvin give about children's career choices?
He advises that children should be free to choose their career paths, even if it's unconventional like being a cleaner, as long as they are good at what they do and find happiness in their work.
- Singapore has one of the lowest fertility rates in the world
- Prioritizing faith over affordability
- Raising four children without tuition
- Valuing family time over tuition
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