Fighting is like throwing stones into still water,
It stirs chaos and makes things worse.
Instead of clashing like thunderclouds, sit down and talk,
Like gentle streams flowing around rocks.

What has fighting done for you?
Has it improved things or deepened wounds?
Sometimes, peace is the quiet harbour where true healing begins.

Parents, be a good example,
Like a steady lighthouse guiding ships home.
Fighting in front of children is like planting seeds in their hearts.
When they grow up and act the same way,
You will only have yourself to blame.

Fighting does not solve anything,
It is like trying to extinguish fire with more flames.
Be mature and solve problems without fists,
And nurture peace, respect, and wisdom.

A home is the first school where roots are planted.
That is why charity begins at home.
If parents behave poorly, will children act differently when they grow up?
Resolve matters amicably, like wise trees weathering a storm.

Fighting, shouting, swearing,
And arguing in front of children set a harmful example.
It is like casting shadows over their bright future.
You teach them these behaviours, and when they repeat them,
Do not say you are cursed; you planted the seeds of their actions.

Some children grow up carrying the heavy weight of anger.
Some become abusive because they learned such behaviour at home,
Where love and violence became intertwined.

Some swear from a young age, believing it is normal,
Like a bitter song played repeatedly.
You cannot show love through fighting,
Because violence tears apart the fabric of affection.
If you truly love each other, refrain from using fists.
Respect is the foundation that keeps love steady.

Poem Description

This poem highlights the importance of resolving conflict peacefully within families. Violence and arguments do not solve problems; instead, they create new ones and continue cycles of anger, fear, and disrespect. The poem warns that children who constantly witness conflict at home may grow up imitating aggression, verbal abuse, and harmful behaviour. It encourages parents and guardians to lead by example through maturity, communication, and respect. The home is portrayed as the first place where children learn values and behaviours that shape their future relationships and decisions. By choosing peace over violence, families can create supportive environments where children learn the true meaning of love, understanding, and respect.

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