Should you allow children to be exposed to inappropriate content such as cuss words or sexual material? The answer might be obvious, but let's unpack this a little bit. Here is my opinion as both an educator and an adult.
As an educator, I will say no. I will immediately stop any inappropriate behaviour, whether intentional or not. But I try to do it calmly. The last thing I want is to blow up and allowing children to be even more attracted to the behaviour. I won't even offer my opinion on controversial topics. I do not want to engage in debates with parents regarding controversial topics. I just try to make my classrooms as sanitised as possible.
These are not my kids. I do not have the right to control their minds.
But as an adult, I will say that it is more important to focus on the education. Inappropriate content is everywhere. How will you stop your children from watching them? If you educate your loved ones in a restricted manner, they might end up rebellious. In their whole life, they only know that they cannot do certain things. But they do not know why.
So instead, teach them moral values. Go so far to teach them about purity in marriage. Hollywood holds nothing back in bringing adultery and rape to the small and big screens, so always be ready to nurture your children.
Moreover, what if you do the very act you condemn? If a heavy object falls on your feet, your first 4-letter word will not be love!
But in the end, I think it all boils down to your own moral standing. Your own beliefs will somehow find their way to your children, whether you like it or not. If you live a promiscuous lifestyle, don't expect your children to be holy and pure if you do not nurture them correctly. Likewise, even if you are the holiest and pure person, don't be surprised if your kid starts saying words you have never taught them before.
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