A father recently posted footage of his son sprinting through the rain as a consequence for bullying classmates on the school bus. This viral video sparked a heated debate among parents about the effectiveness of public humiliation as a disciplinary tactic.
It’s interesting to see how some parents believe that without physical punishment or public shaming, children will grow up to be weak or disrespectful. This became evident when I came across comments on the video of a 10-year-old boy being made to run to school in the rain after being kicked off the bus for his bullying behavior.
In the video, the dad, Mark Johnson, explains that his son had received multiple warnings and was finally banned from the bus for three days due to his bullying. He proceeds to film his son running, stating this is how the boy will get to school during his suspension. “I just wanted to share this for some laughs,” he says, clearly enjoying the spectacle.
While I understand the desire to discipline a child, the choice to broadcast this moment online raises questions about the parenting approach being taken. Johnson seems to take pride in his decision, arguing that making kids engage in physical activity is better than letting them play video games all day.
I don’t necessarily oppose using exercise as a form of discipline, but sharing it online crosses a line. No child development expert would endorse this as a viable method for fostering better behavior. Some commenters criticized Johnson, labeling him a bully, while others expressed confusion about how to correct a child’s behavior without resorting to humiliation or physical punishment.
An alarming number of people seem to believe that the only solutions are harsh discipline methods. One commenter even lamented that they can’t “give their child a good spanking anymore.” Perhaps we should consider understanding the root cause of the bullying instead of using public shaming to address it. Maybe instead of filming laps for the internet, Johnson should have a conversation with his son about why he is acting out.
At the end of the video, Johnson has some words for those who disapprove. “If you’re upset about watching a kid jog, I feel sorry for you. You’re probably just a miserable person.” This attitude reflects poorly on his understanding of parenting and the importance of addressing children’s emotional needs.
In the end, this narrative highlights a larger issue within parenting today: the misconception that without severe consequences, children will become entitled and disrespectful. Humiliating a child often breeds resentment rather than respect, and addressing the underlying issues may be a more effective approach.
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Summary: A father shares a video of his son running to school in the rain as punishment for bullying, leading to a debate on the appropriateness of public humiliation in parenting. While some support the idea, many argue that understanding the root of a child’s behavior is a more effective approach.
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