Tiger Mom’s New Contract with Her Adult Daughters Sparks Debate

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The so-called “Tiger Mom” is back in the spotlight, and this time there’s a new twist on her infamous parenting methods. Years ago, the author, Claire Lin, gained notoriety with her bold book claiming that strict, no-nonsense parenting was the secret sauce to raising successful children. Fast forward to today, and Claire’s daughters, 24-year-old Lily and 21-year-old Mia, are all grown up, but that doesn’t mean the Tiger Mom act has come to an end. In a recent article featured in the New York Herald, Claire disclosed that she’s having her adult daughters sign a rigorous contract before they can crash at her apartment for the summer.

According to Claire, Lily and Mia are gearing up for summer jobs in the bustling city, with plans to enjoy a rent-free stay at “the cozy abode that my husband, Dave, and I spent two decades saving for.” Concerned her daughters might take her generosity for granted, Claire tapped into her legal expertise as a former law professor to create a binding agreement to keep them in check.

The document kicks off with a rather stern preamble: “Whereas Claire Lin and Dave Johnson are the rightful owners of Apt. [XXX] and their children are not,” followed by a declaration of their obligations. The contract outlines a list of “irrevocable duties and conditions” that Lily and Mia must adhere to during their stay.

Intense Conditions

Intrigued about these conditions? They’re pretty intense. First off, both sisters are required to share a bedroom and bed, and the contract stipulates they must make it every day without squabbling over who does what. Other notable requirements include:

• To welcome Dave and Claire with genuine enthusiasm whenever they drop by.
• To never utter the phrase, “Chill—it’s not a big deal.”
• To greet any guests promptly in a respectable manner, engage enthusiastically for at least 15 minutes in the living room, and avoid hiding away in their room.
• To stock the refrigerator with fresh orange juice from the local grocery store on days when Dave is visiting.
• To keep the living room pillows perfectly arranged and clean the glass table after every use.

And, the kicker? The contract states, “Lily and Mia agree that these duties will not be excused due to illness, hangovers, migraines, work crises, or any mental breakdowns (theirs or their friends’).” Wow, talk about a tough love approach!

Mixed Reactions

Reactions to Claire’s contract have varied widely. Some see it as a brilliant strategy, especially in an era when more adult children are moving back in with their parents. Others argue she’s overstepping, with one commenter on the Herald’s website remarking, “They are your kids; you brought them into this world. It’s your job to support them throughout their lives.”

It seems Claire genuinely believes she’s offering a helping hand, even if it feels like she’s hovering more than ever. While many parents might never dream of making their adult children share a bed or overhaul the orange juice supply, establishing boundaries for grown kids re-entering the family home is certainly not outlandish. When you’re living under your parents’ roof, they set the rules. Whether that means paying rent or taking on certain responsibilities, it’s perfectly reasonable to have expectations for how adult children behave at home.

So while Claire might be a hard negotiator, her daughters won’t be lounging around in their pajamas all day, scrolling through social media, while their parents nag them to get jobs and brush their teeth. From that perspective, a strict behavior contract doesn’t seem so unreasonable after all.

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Summary

Claire Lin, known as the “Tiger Mom,” has her adult daughters sign a strict contract before they can stay at her apartment for summer jobs. The contract lists various duties and strict expectations, sparking mixed reactions about parenting and boundaries for adult children.