'My part in bringing up Aryan, is similar. Gauri is very proud of me. I don't think she will mind if Aryan learns some of my values. She knows that I'm a little strange but there's also something which is right about me. That's why she married me. Of course, Gauri wouldn't want Aryan to be as mad as I am! From my side, he's okay!' - Shahrukh
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- He discusses co-parenting values, noting his wife accepts his quirks but hopes their son avoids his madness.
- In plain terms
- His wife lets him pass on values but hopes their son won't be as odd as he is.
- What can you take from it?
- Partners may balance shared values with concerns about behavioral extremes.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What traits do you pass on?
- How do partners align on values?
Another view
Self-deprecation may mask deeper parenting challenges.
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