The Kids Can’t Handle the Truth

Do kids really need to know the entire truth? Not if you want them to listen to you.
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[@SaulC.]

“Hell yeah I cheated! I graduated didn’t I?”😂😂😂

[@MyThoughtzAndOpinionz]

Kids reach an age when you can’t lie anymore. There’s a lot of things I know about mother that she doesn’t realize I know. But I don’t say anything out of respect.

[@mobutter2879]

Also a good way to keep your teeth 😊

[@rosaazul88]

Lol I love when the audience chimes in 😂 make it sound like church ✋ mhmm that's right

[@GennieceSledge]

I'd go to Steve's church if he's preaching! Amen!

[@joelgraham7647]

Come on now!🙌😂

[@writerspen010]

I love when Steve does the "OOooooohhWEE!" sound xDDD

[@MsJP]

Yea i did that denied a particular thing 2 my daughter ...but she still went down that road...The beauty of it she couldn't throw it n my face...Lol...My friends went thru that with their kids...so i knew better...she did that on her own not bcuz i did it...i actually felt good about it...bcuz i didn't have 2 go thru the what if...we all know DAMN if u do DAMN if u don't...

[@man_on_wheelz]

Aye don’t come at the millennials with this Steve! As a 29 year old millennial, one thing people don’t talk about very often is just how balanced we are between the old and new world. I grew up with that very same phone situation, except we also had internet which was tied to the phone line. Can’t be on the phone and the internet at the same time. Also in my childhood we eventually got a caller ID so we could at least see who is calling. Still no cell phone in my broke ass household though! Only adults had pagers, and when I finally did get a cell phone I was in high school. And guess what! No internet on that phone, texting was 10c a message, and call was limited by minutes. So all through high school I was still constrained with the very same constraints you had back in the 60’s-70’s except I also had email and limited use of a personal phone. Still prefer you call the house phone! But of course by high school we had call waiting and caller ID and all that good stuff. So don’t go thinking us millennials had it all good all the time. We got the best of both worlds!

[@MNJ90]

Yeah I just turned 31. I feel u on this we grew up in the transition faze. We had the damn beeperz

[@man_on_wheelz]

@@MNJ90 Damn... now I'm 32 lol

[@MNJ90]

@@man_on_wheelz but for real I hate when old ppl say this. Idk they know it's been hard for us too. We are the generation of this technology boom. My biggest problem was my family couldn't keep up. If you didn't have latest gadget you were a nobody.

[@323azteca]

I see GenZ pretty balanced. Millenials tends to come off entitled and annoyed. Gen X experienced both worlds, grew up one way, then experienced the transition through college. Millenials came afterwards and just seem lost as if somethign should have been and wasn't and they "suffered". GenX embraced the transition very well. GenX is my favorite generation together with GenZ. GenZ grow up with information at the palm of their hands since day 1. So they know at 10 years old what millenials started to get at age 25. Hence, GenZ also mature earlier. Are very entrepenurial, hard working, seldom complain, understand the shift and change and knows how to navigate people better. They are the smartest generation by far, and logically as they get more, much more information much earlier, and are not focused in the emotions, "poor me" entitlement of things, they achieve more, sooner. Millenials are smart but too focus on their feelings, which pulls them back so bad.

[@libertybell8852]

I'm in my 30s and we didn't have a phone at home until I was like 14 and even then, we couldn't use it lol. It was for emergencies

[@waheedahsrecipes5004]

That’s TRUE NEVER FROM YOUR MATE ................ NOW YOUR KIDS YOU HAVE TO KEEP THE BAD THING THAT WAS SO NICE I HAVE A DAUGHTER SHE DOES NOT NEED TO KNOW EVERYTHING THAT WENT ON BEFORE SHE CAME ALONG YOU SAID A MOUTHFUL YES LORD STEVE

[@byronbrooksstonecold1946]

is it or not a good idea if a woman tells man just met all her past before they actually form a steady relationship

[@rogergarrison4271]

My old man was part of "don't do what I do, do what I say" crowd. He either told me the truth or told me it wasn't my business if he didn't want to tell me.

[@patklemmensen1694]

if your kids ask "did you ever (activity) when you were my age?", they're probably doing it already, but don't want to tell you directly - and when they get caught (and they will), first thing out they mouth will be "why am I getting in trouble? you did it too..."

[@sekendking]

KIDS CAN'T HANDLE THE TRUTH 😂

[@sanlorenzo7896]

Suddenly, I feel like I’m hearing Jack Nicholson say that like he did in “A Few Good Men.” 😂

[@hlengiwezungu8152]

They use it against her

[@GeminieCricket]

Adults can’t either.

[@thebabzyboo]

when or if you do tell of things you've done you must add the consequences that came from your actions, so they CAN learn from your mistakes.

[@hokhetoachumi2063]

Omg.. Steve so inspiring ..👌

[@The-Azure-Knight]

One of the problems with this idea is it becomes a bad habit to not tell your kids anything. Eventually they start lying causing a bad relationship with the kids. Tell your kids everything but in a proper way.

[@JuanitaMichelle]

I disagree with this. I wish my parents told me more about their experiences, because it would make them more relatable. I never used anything I’ve learned about them against them, it actually made me feel closer to them knowing they struggled with the same things I’m struggling with.

[@raguellagrande7344]

it's not about using it against them. It's about being a role model. Not everyone is the same, but when Steve tells his son he's never snuck out of the house it is because he doesn't want to put into his son's mind that boys are supposed to sneak out of the house. Good for you that you wanted to relate more to your parents, but parents can't tell you the bad things they did until you've already had your own life lessons in that specific regard, and even them most of the time they can only be there for you because sharing their experience while you're in pain from that life lesson is bad timing to share experiences. When my oldest sister was young and times were tough for my parents, my mom once confided in her about how she used to have lots of attention from guys and (my sister didn't tell me any specifics) several occasions which told my sister that my mom was definitely no angel before she met my dad. My sister, being the oldest and also tasked with caretaking and the like, neither wanted or needed this information from our mother. We were being raised christian and the biggest message in church was that you wait until marriage or AT LEAST being in love before having sex, but my mom literally told my sister that she was a hypocrite for sending us to church. It permanently lowered my sister's level of respect for my mother, and it also gave my sister cause to judge every decision my mom ever made. Parent's aren't their child's friend. Their sole purpose is to ensure you are a contributing member of society. Friendship comes once the kids are adults and the parents don't have to constantly worry if you're still breathing at night, have enough to eat, doing well in school, etc. etc. You can not be an authority figure and just jive like you're besties. It's just not how things work.

[@darkstrangernone1995]

I agree and I think you can learn from their mistakes and experiences a lot more

[@Olcool]

its possible only to responsible grown up children not teenagers who will use it wrongly

[@frankwright460]

A big love and hug for you steve... love your show... how can i see your full episodes... love from Islamabad Pakistan.

[@ahanachauhan1210]

And now , 🤣🤣 watching steve , we know our parents lied so badly 🤣🤣

[@ryanwilliams9996]

You can't lie to your kids that long because just wait until you think.that haven't paid attention....then they'll embarrass your ***.

[@niabreland3087]

I agree completely.

[@nancysloan3731]

One phone and I could only talk a couple of minutes to friends or whoever called. No privacy either since the phone was in the kitchen. Everyone in the house heard all conversations. It was awful.

[@darkstrangernone1995]

Yeah I’ll know about this, I think it’s better to tell them about your life so that they don’t meet the same mistakes that you made. And that’s just for my personal experience and my parents and my older siblings. I’m glad that I didn’t do much of anything similar to some of the people in my family

[@maryhazlett]

Hey Steve, while on the topic of landlines, you and I are the same age, so I know you remember THIS nugget: party line.

[@ingridapollon645]

Oh! Oh! I hope your kids didn't see this program...lol... It's cool... These are some good tips! Love it! Sending hugs!

[@neyoadeniji6325]

Have u told your kids the truth before?😀

[@lorrainebailey7304]

Yes Steve you cannot tell them everything they will use it back at you 😂😂😂😂 You have to be smart and never change your answer because they are going to as you the same question in a different way

[@2blessedtobedepressedmoney190]

Yeah da crazy part was mom and dad would rush us off Da phone with one line but they would be on longer not talking about nothing dats why us 70's babies would fall asleep on da phone late night cuz they was asleep talking about love u more ect our you hang up first

[@rhyno8644]

Remember when moms and dads didn't have money to break up? There has to be a structure that keeps what little a pay check to pay check lifestyle the couple puts together out of the hands of the judges and lawyers when the relationship has run its course

[@Pampered_byLala]

Oh now u like that one huh 😂 I died 😂😂

[@siloPIRATE]

Steve: mentions millennials and call waiting Me, a millennial: who makes phone calls anymore? What’s call waiting?

[@mds4509]

I still used those techniques on my dad when I was 17😂

[@ew1130]

Everyone has secrets, the truth is overrated, overstated.

[@joshyogibearboyer9401]

No cell phone There only a Lotion and memories yo we grew up hard

[@janinecox256]

I love that purple suit on u, Uncle Steve!

[@jenniferglodin2243]

Steeve like a pastor

[@Moiselle555]

Well now your kids know, since you mentioned everything on national TV

[@theliveroftheman112]

one chick who said yes to the very first question 😂😂 She’s hiding something

[@Ohtesh]

I still see the moustache tho😂

[@rosaazul88]

No waiting....damn 😂 dont miss that!

[@BigMikesAMan]

Mr. Steve Harvey. Can y'all please reach out to CT Fletcher ? He is a real hero and heart transplant survivor and working hard as crap. He won't quit and helps so many people. Please have him on to tell his awesome story. ?

[@323azteca]

I think its not about lying. Is that their is a time and an age to talk.

[@JeseniaPenia]

It's so true!

[@jadensmith4607]

My mom and dad still don't have money to break 😭😭😭

[@sandramarcano9508]

Steve Harvey Estoy en el apartamento de mi hija Dios Te Bendiga

[@corneliathefifthya7452]

Jaja

[@joselynenibizi4704]

So true!

[@phillipswatson3452]

SOME SECRETS YOU KEEP TO YOURSELF FROM CHILDREN/PARTNER IF DOESN'T EFFECTING ANYONE!!

[@jennamiller7016]

I’m an awful liar in general

[@TimothyAlexzander]

But these young pple today with the internet and stuff and when they have kids they gonna find out what they did like that girl from dr phil

[@yoloswaggins1579]

Steve's new look gives me Cosby vibes.

[@mjkey8905]

Ok but being vulnerable with your kids is important. Just because you tell them about your past, doesn't mean they will do the same. 🙃

[@publicinfo926]

Good

[@serenityinitsbestshape]

remember mom and daddy didnt have enough money to break up... OUCH

[@resegomalepe3420]

We know you done did all those things that you be denying uncle Steve 😂😂😂😂😂 kids know.

[@-FreFlo]

yes steve. cause everyone was broke back when u were a kid -_-

[@chefboiardeeznutz9881]

They will when they watch this video lol

[@mikelaw9317]

I disagree. Growing up i didn't know ALL my mom secrets but i did know what she went thru and hearing that i was like " No not for me! " i learn from consequences. I never through it her face. Except for having me lol. Plus just because you don't tell them your secrets doesn't mean they know them. Remember that. " Whats done in the dark comes to the light."

[@zinavs]

Now they know Lol

[@kumarhimanshu1946]

steve you should record a new post video shot where u ask viewers to subscribe and this time shoot it in real time...don't use green screen ; doesn't look that good

[@jacobgriffin613]

Steve funny 😄

[@minervagalvez5937]

STOP IT!!! BUTTERSCOTCH, LMAOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@PrincessWhatsername]

Eh, I disagree. I think it's better to be open about stuff, and explain the consequences you suffered as a result, so that they don't have to make the same mistakes. For example, telling your kids you snuck out, but that your parents woke up and found you gone one night, which prompted them to call the cops and report you missing, as well as to call and wake up all the neighbors and all your friends' parents looking for you, and then, when you finally did get home, you were told that you had to find another place to live because you couldn't follow the rules, while also having to witness the hurt and fear on your parents' faces...they can't then go and sneak out and then throw it in your face acting like they're doing it just cuz I did it...I didn't get away with it and it had lasting consequences, which they can no longer claim to be ignorant about. Or with cheating...why not just say, "yes, I cheated, and it was an easy, temporary solution, like a bandaid, but then I didn't learn the material, and my work ethic also suffered because I got used to taking the easy way out all the time, so when I got into the real world, it was a much tougher adjustment than it needed to be, because I didn't know how to find information for myself, and I gave up a lot when things felt like they were getting too hard. It's better to develop those skills now while you're young and your brain is malleable and more adaptive, than when you're older and it's harder to do away with old habits and form new ones." I 100% believe that it's better to have open and honest conversations between child and parent, to skip some of the unnecessary road rash. Children will always make their own mistakes, but if you can prevent them from at least repeating yours by thinking they can cut corners and break rules and get away with it because they genuinely don't know better, why wouldn't you?

[@darlenebratcher7752]

Butterscotch

[@kimberlyshields2120]

Hi

[@weeklydoseofinsanity3319]

Ey he’s here

[@keino111689]

I thought Steve retired from standup

[@HabA-qn1nv]

Hmmm I disagree with this one, I believe that u should talk to ur children openly so that they are less likely to make the mistakes you've made

[@lyrics3302]

If I'm not mistake he is more clever than u... What you are saying is also true.

[@rikanejose2611]

Ok do that then try telling them what to do and see what happens next.....smh....idiot

[@Rayya296]

my mom told me of every mistake she ever made, now I am nothing like how she was at my age and every time we get into a argument she says I'm trying so hard not to be like her and then I say it's not that hard to not open my legs and be on birth control when I'm in a relationship

[@ruffyg5394]

I wish you luck on that.

[@billymitchell4142]

You can tell them but don't tell them everything, you not listening to what he is saying.

[@nadiapeniston5873]

I'm a kid & I don't approve! (But true & funny)

[@r3mii619]

How do you cheat on homework?

[@spiritgaming7830]

Use a calculator when your parents or teacher doesn’t want you to, or look it up I guess. Dont know how it worked back in the 90s

[@thejokingwolf6171]

I can’t handle the truth my mom is my only subscriber

[@tygo4088]

Steve looking with a beard tho

[@sarahlindsey4965]

Hi hi

[@chipblock2854]

I love your shows and videos. The only thing I need to comment on is your beard. It makes you look too old. So please cut it off for your audience. Thanks.

[@ongang5146]

T R U E

[@ravekingdom9435]

lol i think u cant always tell the truth cuz if my girl say do i look fat in this dress,u best believe ima say no girl u look sexy,

[@peridozq9390]

Rave Kingdom Learn tact cuz you do her no favors if you lie to her, it will all trickle back to you.... It’s how you say it, like babe I prefer that other dress, you look hotter in that, it hugs you in all the right places. Plus some of us can actually handle the truth 🙄

[@PrincessWhatsername]

Yeah, I'd rather my bf be honest with me if something's not flattering...and he will, he's blunt lol. There are times when he doesn't like an outfit and I love it and I'll say "well that's too damn bad" and wear it anyway (usually when I want to wear something really sparkly or flashy or less traditional in terms of silhouette...he hates that stuff but I love it, go figure). But if I ask his opinion, I know I'll get his honest answer about anything, and that's one of the things I love about him. No run around, no BS, no lies.

[@The-Azure-Knight]

I dissagree.

[@wombathappinessgirl7563]

Hahahahaha

[@Day23J1k]

Then you have people like family tell about your parent u don't want here.

[@MsJP]

Day23J1k trying 2 hurt u & deep down they may dislike them... ppl r vindictive families or so call friends

[@valerielinares2068]

I'm sorry, but that don't make no sense: You don't want them to step into the same traps or make the same mistakes you did, so you're not going to tell them the mistakes you made? That's a contradiction. How about, you do tell them the mistakes you made so you can also share with them the lessons you learned from them, so they can learn them without having to walk through them? That makes more sense.

[@kaylazanna1073]

sorry to say it but :/ ok boomer

[@zeromaster21_official]

third

[@dt-lg2oc]

BHD, is that you ?