Elizabeth Kunc Elizabeth Kunc

Teach them.

OMG, we put so much emphasis on our kids these days too: get the best grades, be in the most activities, get into a respectable college, pick a reputable career. I know, because we have children, and as a parent the pressure swims all around us.

Don't be preoccupied with your child's academic ability but instead, Teach them to sit with those sitting alone. Teach them to be kind. Teach them to offer their help. Teach them to encourage others. Teach them to be a friend to the lonely.

OMG, we put so much emphasis on our kids these days to: get the best grades, be in the most activities, get into a respectable college, pick a reputable career.  I know, because we have children, and as a parent the pressure swims all around us.

How beautiful is it when people help other people.  That doesn’t take a college degree.  You don’t have to wear stylish clothes; it doesn’t require lots of money (or any money, for that matter).  You simply have to see a need and respond, react, reach out.

How do we teach our children to notice someone or something in need?  By example, of course.

Question: When is the last time you did something kind for another?

Food For Thought:  Is there someone around you who could use your help?

Challenge:  Are you brave enough to reach out to that person?  Not only will you bless the person you’re helping, but your own heart will feel blessed.  And your children just might be watching and learn to do the same.

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