When her 19-year-old son’s coworker texted her out of the blue, she braced for bad news — until she read it
As someone who struggles with depression, the coworker was grateful for Aiden, who never misses an opportunity to show up for her.
A parent who goes by u/courtaid on Reddit was stunned when they first saw a text from their son's coworker. However, a closer look at it confirmed that they had raised a respectful gentleman who spreads joy every time he steps out. The parent posted a screenshot of the heartfelt message on February 24, and it's filling our hearts with pride for this boy.
Aiden, a 19-year-old boy, is respectful, caring, and always ready to help others. His coworker was impressed by his nature and decided to congratulate him and his parent for raising such a wonderful kid. So, they texted his parents, telling them how Aiden is an exception in a world of apathetic, insensitive, and selfish people. "He always asks if I am okay or if I need a hug," they wrote. As someone who struggles with depression and other mental health issues, the coworker was grateful for Aiden, who never misses an opportunity to show up for her. "Just being asked those questions makes my day that much better," they confessed. The moment felt like a parenting win.
Most parents frequently question their parenting skills and worry about raising their kids well. A YouGov survey of more than 1,000 parents revealed that over two-thirds, that is 55% of respondents, often question whether they are being good parents to their kids, and raising them well. While 30% find themselves wondering about it very often, 39% think about it, although not as frequently. Likewise, the State of the Nation Parenting Survey found that nearly half (46%) doubted their parenting skills, while 56% were worried that they didn't spend enough time with their kids. "Parents tend to be hard on themselves; many doubt their skills, but this survey in itself shows how much they care and how much they want to get it right," Nathan Wallis, parenting expert and neuroscience educator, explained. Aiden's parent must have also experienced moments where they doubted their parenting, but the coworker's text must have reassured them.
Meanwhile, reacting to the Reddit story, u/i-piss-excellence32 commented, "My favorite thing in the world is when the teachers tell my wife and me that our oldest is being kind to kids and being supportive when they’re having a bad day. If a kid is sitting by himself, our son will go sit with him. It’s the best feeling." Similarly, u/dirtybo0ts shared, "I'm not a parent, but I can imagine, as one, the best thing you can ever hear is that you raised a good, caring human." u/csilalaann confessed, "Yes! There is nothing that makes me happier than when someone compliments my daughter for being a good person! It makes my heart full!" u/cinereousunicorn suggested, "You’re a good parent, OP. I would also suggest showing this message and talking with Aidan about it. There’s rarely a personal benefit to being kind, and having his wonderful behavior acknowledged and praised can help reinforce this, so he will grow up and stay kind."
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