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" But why do we conceal death from kids? Probably because small children are particularly horrified by it." One of the hardest things for me answer was the que
by yawn 18y ago
" But why do we conceal death from kids? Probably because small children are particularly horrified by it."
One of the hardest things for me answer was the question "Dad, am I going to die?". Even though it is incredibly hard to tell them the truth, I do. The aftermath of saying "yes" to that one really, really sucks no matter how you try to handle it.
- gommm 18y agoI remember at 6 years old, my parents had answered that question and I became so terrified of death that I almost couldn't sleep at night... I really don't know how I'm going to answer this question to my kids...
- e40 18y agoAt around 5 my son figured out that his mother and I would one day die. He cried off and on for several months, every time he thought or was reminded of it. He was not the sort of boy to cry, either. It was during that period of my son's life that I actually felt my mortality like a weight on my shoulders. I am definitely more keenly aware of my health and the importance of staying healthy.