Outwitting parents' wishes from "summary" of Two Gentlemen of Verona by SparkNotes
The story follows two friends as they try to outwit their parents' wishes and break the social rules and conventions of their society. They must learn to make their own decisions and navigate the consequences of their choices. Through their journey, they learn valuable lessons about friendship and loyalty.- Should your relationship become strained due to going against your parents' wishes, be sure to keep communication channels open between both parties.
- Having clear reasons for making the decisions you have made is essential so that your parents can comprehend where you’re coming from and why you’ve chosen this path.
- Acknowledge any happinesses and successes along the way; focusing on these positive outcomes should pleasantly surprise your parents and encourage them to support you more.
- Trying to go against your parents’ wishes can be overwhelming and hard to do. It’s important to stay motivated about why you are doing this in the first place and remain focused on that goal.
- Talking things through with friends or family who understand your situation can be beneficial, but ultimately you must take full responsibility for any choices you make and accept the repercussions.
- Even if it means facing a lot of tough questions or even consequences, stand firm in defending your decision; it will make it easier for yourself in the long run.
- Try not to feel guilty if you decide to break away from what is expected of you and follow your own heart - no one knows what’s best for you better than you do.
- Showing respect for their opinions is key to getting them on board with your plans and creating is productive dialogue.
- You may need to prove yourself in different ways, like taking extra steps to get your degree, searching for new jobs, or exploring ways to finance a big project. Having tangible evidence of your progress may also help reinforce your credibility in the eyes of your parents.
