Boys will be Boys.

These four words are often used to excuse aggressive behavior, ignore poor manners, defend a cruel or careless act or tolerate an act/comment of disrespect towards the opposite sex. Beyond being dismissive and damaging, it validates antisocial behavior by removing personal responsibility under the guise of boys simply being boys.

BOYS WILL BE BOYS teaches our children:
• That boys and girls should adhere to a different set of rules
• That boys do not need to be accountable for their actions 
• That boys are seen as unable to control themselves
• That it is normal or ‘natural’ for boys to be overly physical and rough
• That as parents it’s not our responsibility to change poor behavior as the gender odds are stacked against us – it’s a predisposition

Let’s not sell our sons short. Let’s not limit their personal growth or settle for mediocrity. By teaching accountability we are allowing our sons to be the best person they can be. 

Boys can be better – and they will be, if given the chance. 

Let’s be part of the change.