Dr. A. Velumani, founder of Thyrocare, recently sparked conversation on social media with a succinct yet provocative tweet about rising stress levels. According to him, the increase in stress can largely be attributed to two growing traits: arrogance and a heightened sense of entitlement. He concluded the tweet with a pointed message to parents—"Do not pamper."
This message appears to tap into a broader cultural conversation around parenting styles, resilience, and mental well-being. In an age where convenience and comfort are often prioritised, Velumani’s tweet seems to caution against overindulgence in upbringing. He suggests that when individuals are conditioned to expect special treatment or remain unchallenged, they may be ill-equipped to face real-world setbacks—leading to elevated stress levels when things don’t go their way.
Previously, in a tweet, he had shared his views on parenting, emphasising the importance of raising independent children rather than overindulging them. Drawing from his interactions with young adults over the past five years, he observed two distinct parenting styles that significantly influence a child’s development.
According to Velumani, children who are allowed to solve their own problems without constant guidance tend to grow up confident, clear-minded, and courageous. In contrast, those raised under micromanagement—often with parents comparing them to peers—frequently end up stressed, dependent, and confused. He stressed that such outcomes aren’t tied to financial status but to parenting mindset.
Velumani clarified that pampering isn’t about material luxuries or wealth. Rather, it stems from excessive affection and a desire to please, often leading to children being shielded from responsibilities. Interestingly, he pointed out that this tendency is not limited to affluent households—even financially struggling families can be overindulgent. He also cautioned that grandparents, with their well-meaning but excessive affection, often unintentionally contribute to this issue.
His message urges parents to step back, allow children to face challenges, and foster independence—an approach he believes is key to building resilience and emotional strength.
This message appears to tap into a broader cultural conversation around parenting styles, resilience, and mental well-being. In an age where convenience and comfort are often prioritised, Velumani’s tweet seems to caution against overindulgence in upbringing. He suggests that when individuals are conditioned to expect special treatment or remain unchallenged, they may be ill-equipped to face real-world setbacks—leading to elevated stress levels when things don’t go their way.
Previously, in a tweet, he had shared his views on parenting, emphasising the importance of raising independent children rather than overindulging them. Drawing from his interactions with young adults over the past five years, he observed two distinct parenting styles that significantly influence a child’s development.
According to Velumani, children who are allowed to solve their own problems without constant guidance tend to grow up confident, clear-minded, and courageous. In contrast, those raised under micromanagement—often with parents comparing them to peers—frequently end up stressed, dependent, and confused. He stressed that such outcomes aren’t tied to financial status but to parenting mindset.
Velumani clarified that pampering isn’t about material luxuries or wealth. Rather, it stems from excessive affection and a desire to please, often leading to children being shielded from responsibilities. Interestingly, he pointed out that this tendency is not limited to affluent households—even financially struggling families can be overindulgent. He also cautioned that grandparents, with their well-meaning but excessive affection, often unintentionally contribute to this issue.
His message urges parents to step back, allow children to face challenges, and foster independence—an approach he believes is key to building resilience and emotional strength.
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