A long-form review on accountability, character, and why motherhood shouldn’t carry unfair blame. Jump to Section Introduction Why Mothers Shouldn’t Be Blamed Why Some Men Turn Out with Bad Character How Men Can Change for the Better A Personal Reflection My Final Take Introduction Not long ago, I stumbled upon a social media post that asked a controversial question: At first glance, it might seem like a valid concern. After all, parenting plays a big role in shaping who we become. But the more I thought about it, the more I realized how unfair and harmful this mindset really is. Why is it that whenever a man grows up irresponsible, disrespectful, or “weak,” the blame almost immediately falls on his mother—especially if she raised him alone? The truth is simple: mothers are not to be blamed for how their sons turn out. While parenting has its influence, every individual ultimately has the power of choice, and no mother—n...