When we say that parents should become “unnecessary,” it doesn’t mean they stop loving, supporting, or being present. It means preparing the child for life, allowing them to do things on their own — and jiu-jitsu offers perfect opportunities for this. 🔎 A Bond That Transforms At the beginning of life, a child needs their parents for everything: food, protection, affection. Over time, this bond changes. The child still needs their parents, but now they need them to: trust their small choices, allow them to try solving situations, give them space to experiment and even get frustrated. In jiu-jitsu, this translates into small daily responsibilities that ....
?? The Role of Parents in Becoming “Unnecessary”
| | 3 min read min read