[ Now this is galaxy-brain communication. ]

I decided on a similar philosophy while constructing my own child. It was one of the few sentiments shared across many contradictory cultural values in my research. I cannot feel resentment any more than I can feel love, but--

[ It's safe to conclude he's experienced being loved, being resented. Data can't deny that. Why be less than satisfied by that superiority? ]

Logically, it would have been preferable, and further encouragement worthwhile.