Should We Accept Rough Behavior as a Part of Growing Up?

Hello friends, I’ve recently observed something that’s been on my mind, and I’d love to hear your thoughts. I’ve noticed that small kids often get into scuffles—pushing or even bullying each other—and what concerns me is how casually this behavior is accepted. I was born and brought up in Maharashtra (I’m Malayali), and in my childhood, I rarely saw this being treated as “normal.” Now that I’m in Kerala, I’ve realized that many parents here tend to take such incidents lightly, considering them just a part of growing up. Pushing and Bullying and Teaming up against one kid is a part of playing for the kids but we as parents can teach the right things at an early age Accepting is Motivating. My daughter is in kindergarten, and whenever I try to discuss this with anyone, the response is always, *“It’s normal.”* But why should we normalize this kind of behavior from such a young age? I don’t send my child to school or among kids to learn fights and bullying. No child should have to face such behavior, and no parent should take it lightly. But should it be? While it’s natural for kids to have disagreements, I feel we should also teach them kindness, respect, and empathy from an early age. Schools play a big role in shaping their behavior, and as parents, we can guide them in handling conflicts in a healthier way. I’d love to hear your perspectives. Have you noticed similar situations? How do you handle it when kids get into conflicts? Let’s work towards creating a positive and respectful environment for all children.