30 People Share The Strangest Things Their Kids Are Obsessed With
Kids are hilarious.
Children are fascinated by the world around them, and it is hardly surprising; their only mission in life is to learn, and they are performing it wonderfully.
It is only natural that, along the way, they pick up an obsession or two. Sometimes these obsessions are normal, but other times they are just wonderfully weird.
They can be obsessed with dinosaurs, the sun, the moon, and even try to become dragons or flamingos. Research has shown that kids who obsess over things are often more intelligent.
Children like that tend to achieve much better results in school and in their careers. These obsessions slowly fade during the teenage years and almost disappear by the time people reach their twenties.
And that’s so sad. If only we could keep that innocent fascination with the world around us, we would be much happier.
We wouldn’t need big cars, houses, and expensive clothes to be happy. Once again, our kids prove that we can learn so much from them.
We are their teachers, but we should also be students from time to time. Take a look at 30 of the most adorable kids’ obsessions that their parents shared online.
They are both innocent and hilarious. You will love them.
1. So that's how you become a dragon...
nicawrites2. Kids don't know much about offices, do they?
AshleyRParker3. It is a good start...
mom_tho
4. Well, are you?
robfee
5. What, my vine is not good enough?
WillWiles
6. Interesting name
copymama
7. Farming simulators can teach you a thing or two...
ForrisHilier
8. I want to be a flamingo...
chelseaperetti
9. Maybe it will work...
kelleychamp
10. Simulators are cool
skrutsick
11. Have a nice day...
huntergraybeal
12. Be careful...
rainnwilson
13. Some dreams are ...
Anniewritess
14. The game is more fun
law_martian
15. Not very safe. But fun...
Lhlodder
16. Very exciting...
Average_Dad1
17. Top hats?
bader_diedrich
18. ABBA? Really?
desertedbeach
19. Hipster in the making...
AoifeCptPlanet
20. It is a good word... says a lot.
Dad_At_Law
21. Oh, that's tough...
jenniferweiner
22. Kids learn fast...
Daisyldoo
23. Find Dresden? No, you do it...
vcmcguire
24. That's wonderful
VeronicaPate
25. The moon is fascinating.
hankgreen
26. "Do not taste the dog"
LizerReal
27. He can see in the dark.
HenpeckedHal
28. Good luck with that...
Wale
29. Japanese is hard
quaranta_lisa
30. What is the best tractor?
notjarvis
Children try out everything and see the world differently than adults; they take up weird hobbies or are entertained by things that others would consider bizarre. And that’s what makes them so wonderful and fun to be around.
Their obsessions are an essential part of growing up. We’ve all had strange and funny interests when we were kids - we bet you can remember some of them.
It is important to mention that even though obsessions are entirely normal, extremes are not. If an obsession starts to become an obstacle in forming friendships or causes anxiety, it could become a serious issue that needs a solution.
But if that obsession seems like just a normal interest, the best way to deal with it would be to encourage the child, as it will eventually benefit them in the future.
