10 parenting tips from Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt
Being good parents is not an easy task. Especially if you are a superstar and you already have six children. But this star couple copes with any tasks and responsibilities. We're talking about Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt.
Here are 10 parenting tips from the sexiest couple in Hollywood.
For starters, here are some tips from mom, Angelina Jolie:
1. Teachers need to be well paid.
“I am ashamed that in such a rich country as the United States, teachers and educators are paid so little, and they are the ones who shape the next generation. This is absurd! Brad and I don't bargain with teachers and tutors because not appreciating their work is devaluing the future."
2. My home is where my children are.
“I'm not afraid to move. For Americans, this is easy - we all have ancestors from different parts of the world. In my father's veins flows the blood of the Dutch, Germans and Czechs. My mother's ancestors were Iroquois Indians. Now, having become a mother, I understand who I really am.
3. Children are a reason to forgive parents.
“Probably, there is something according to Freud in this, but the fact that I was raised by a father who was far from ideal greatly affects my relationship with my own children. The birth of children makes it possible to finally find a common language with parents. This is the perfect time to learn to forgive. The stupid mistakes my father made helped me become a better mother to my children.”
4. “The ideal father is one who knows how to act in a critical situation and can control himself. One who knows how to exercise power. Someone who knows how to handle their own children."
5. We fight without witnesses.
“Brad cannot be taken out of his zen state. This is a person of a logical mindset, but I am impulsive and do everything at the last moment. And this is with so many children! But when it comes to parenting, here Brad and I are on the same wavelength. He never challenges my decisions. And I also agree with him. There is nothing worse than parents who doubt each other's rightness. If there are disagreements, we must make sure that the children do not hear us. So when I tell Maddox he can't ride a motorcycle with his dad, he never goes to Brad and tries to squeeze permission out of him. Although this does not prevent him from running to play baseball in dirty pants and torn sneakers. I can discuss such things with Brad in a raised voice. Although it’s useless, because they are both boys!”
And now some advice from dad, Brad Pitt:
6. Children themselves must decide what they want to become.
“We give children the right to choose their own future. I was a Travolta fan as a child. As a teenager, I wanted to be a reporter. Then there was the disco period. I wanted to be like John Travolta and dance like he did in Saturday Night Fever. I loved his suit so much. Then I became interested in photography. I took pictures of everything that fell into the field of view of my camera. Later came the love of architecture. How can I tell children what they should be in the future?”
7. We do not impose faith on children.
“Angie and I belong to different nationalities and religions, and we do not impose faith on children. For example, I was raised as a Baptist, but I never wanted to pray as fervently as my parents, who are deeply religious people. In the city of Springfield where I grew up, I was taught to respect those who live by faith. But to be honest, I was more interested in the pretty girls I met in the churchyard. It was a big mistake. Because as soon as the pastor noticed my interest, he made me read the prayer aloud in front of the whole congregation. Just awful. And after that I became very modest!”
8. Vanity is unacceptable in our family.
“I became a star before becoming the father of this little squad. Now my prerogative is children, although they take all the energy. Do you see dark circles under your eyes? If my fans saw how I look in the morning, they would be disappointed. Fatherhood pacifies the ego, I said goodbye to illusions. In the past, when I left home, I thought, “What are your plans for today?” And now I only think about what time I will finish the work. See the difference?
9. For us they are equal.
“We gave birth to some children, and adopted some, and there should be no difference between them. To adopt an orphan, to give hope to a weak child - I think this is our mission!
10. You must have parental ambition.
“Children give a lot - peace, joy in life, the desire to develop them as a person. I love taking my family outdoors, inventing new games for children. Believe me, it takes a lot of effort. The only thing my kids can't stand is everyday life! Like all parents, I have plans for them. I hope they find their place in life, and my name will not be a hindrance to them. I know many sad stories about those who inherited a fortune, and I fully understand the risk. Yes, my kids have access to the best things in the world. Compared to others, they have a huge advantage - I hope they understand this. When I was a teenager, I didn't have 25 pairs of sneakers, my parents waited for the old ones to wear out so they could buy me new ones. I want my children to respect their caregivers and teachers and behave well in the classroom, recognize the authority of elders and achieve good academic results. What else to add? Each of them is an integral part of my life. Forever".
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