In the wake of losing my father, my wife asked me what he taught me. When I took a good solid look at it, it amazed me how much of me was me because of things my Dad probably never meant to teach me.
Like stopping to help someone, just because they needed it.
Like teaching someone how to do something, just because they asked if I could do it for them.
Like challenging yourself. Like trying again and again. Like being ambitious. Like constantly learning new things.
Like not being afraid to take pleasure in life.
My point is that your children will learn more from who you are and how you react to life than you ever imagine they will. Take the time to really be aware of who you are and what you teach by example. Be aware of how you react to things, then identify the why so that you can react better and better.
Don't be afraid to be excited about life. Your kids will pick up on that and benefit from it.
Don't be afraid to look at your weaknesses, they are as much a part of you as your strengths, but do not dwell on them. Find your strengths and use them to compensate for your weaknesses. Know what makes you imperfect, that way you can teach your children from your imperfections.
Just a short post today. More to come soon.
