I am a single mother and I know I have blind spots when it comes to raising a son. We have a good relationship but I’m always wondering, in hindsight what do you men wish their moms did more or less of. Some of the ways I raised my son: I was very aware of not using him as my emotional support person. I see a lot of friends who treat their sons like a boyfriend. I encourage independence. Taught him how to cook very early, how to get around our city on public transportation without me pretty early. We talk a lot about life, mine and his. I use a lot of my real life scenarios to teach and relate. I instilled faith/God in him consistently. I say no - sometimes lol he’s an only child and so easy; doesn’t ask for much. He’s worked since 15 and I taught him how to save, he’s now addicted to saving lol. He has a high yield savings account since very young and can see the interest growing. I know all mother son relationships and dynamics are different so this might not be an easy question to answer but if anything comes to mind I’d love to hear it. submitted by /u/tlw117
Originally posted by u/tlw117 on r/AskMen