Frances Ong wrote in I Say about her way of raising children. She rules out unhealthy influences like advertisements which really drain money out of consumers with unnecessary purchases and cause "slave(ry) to trends". She instills the values of simplicity and creative thinking by using the imagination to come up with games from mere household items. Less money is spent and her children's eyesight do not deteriorate due to gaming. Selflessness and consideration for others are also cultivated with the limitations and deprivations placed upon them.
"This may seem an unconventional way to raise our children but we actively choose to create the conditions for them to live in." Technology gives way to primitivity but results in spiritual and mental progress. Books, newspapers and enriching conversations are the order of the day in her household."As parents, we must ensure that...electronic gadgets do not take over our primary roles of forming a loving relationship with our children and establishing the proper values to guide them through life."
David Poh wrote in to comment that there can be benefits to exposing children to technology. He mentions that his son "was motivated to learn English as he did not understand the commands and dialogue in the (PC) games."
He also goes on to imply that initial mutual assessment of the things in life is better than letting them learn them in the wrong ways and from the wrong people. Some parents may disagree with this, saying that the best way to learn is also the hardest way. Indeed, mistakes and wrong choices do create a more lasting impact in the learning journey but what if it's too late and they lead to life-and-death situations? We're talking about smoking and drinking here.
Prevention is better than cure and preparatory learning is more appropriate when referring to vices.
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