Families That Stick Together, Slay Together
It’s safe to say that supportive families build better generations. When parents stand up for their children in times of need, they teach the next generation how to care, love, and protect.
There is an old saying: "Families that stick together, slay together." This doesn’t mean they fight battles with swords, but that they overcome life’s hardest challenges by standing side by side. A strong family is like a team. When one member hurts, the others should step in with love, support, and belief. It is in these moments of crisis that true family bonds are tested.
In today’s world, children go through many things—bullying, abuse, toxic relationships, and mental health struggles. The worst mistake a parent can make is to ignore their child’s pain or to trust a stranger over their own child. Children need to know that their parents are their safe place. When they speak up, they need to be believed. When they are afraid, they need to feel protected. A parent’s love and trust are the foundation of a child’s strength.
Family shapes who we become. The way we are raised—the kindness or cruelty we receive—affects how we treat others and how we see ourselves. If a child grows up in a family where they are heard and valued, they are more likely to grow into adults who believe in themselves and treat others with respect. But if they are silenced, doubted, or neglected, it can lead to deep emotional wounds that last for life.
It’s safe to say that supportive families build better generations. When parents stand up for their children in times of need, they teach the next generation how to care, love, and protect. This chain of love becomes a legacy passed down from one generation to the next.
A powerful example of this can be seen in Rotten Fruit Is Falling Down by Erin Arvizu. When Erin’s daughter, Vinni, revealed the truth about a family member’s abuse, Erin didn’t turn away. She believed her daughter and stood beside her with strength and courage. As more cousins came forward, Erin and her family began a fight for justice that changed their lives forever. This story teaches a lesson for all families: always stand with your loved ones. Believe them. Protect them. Be their shelter when the world becomes cruel.
Because at the end of the day, everything starts—and ends—with family. When families stick together, they don’t just survive—they slay the battles of life.
