Welcome to my little corner on the internet called Life from Lulu’s Point Of View. Today I will be sharing one timeless piece of wisdom that has guided my parenting adventure, it is: “Your actions mold their world, and your words guide their path. Choose both wisely.” As a mom who is navigating the beautiful, sometimes chaotic, world of parenting, I can attest to the profound truth held within these words. In this blog post, let’s explore how we can infuse love, purpose, and guidance into our children’s lives through the power of our actions and words.
Parenting is a journey filled with joy, challenges, and the profound responsibility of shaping a young life. In this journey, we hold the reins that influence how our children perceive the world and navigate their path through it. One fundamental piece of wisdom that every parent should embrace is: “Parenting wisdom: Your actions mold their world, your words guide their path. Choose both wisely.”
Every Action Leaves an Impression
My children notice and learn from everything I do. How I act, my reactions to challenges, and my expressions of love, every action leaves an impression and it shapes how they perceive the world. It’s a humbling realization that even small gestures like a hug or a kind word can have a big impact on them. Here’s how we can ensure our actions create a loving and nurturing environment:
As parents, our actions are akin to the sculptor’s hands, gently shaping the clay that is our children’s world.
1 Be the Role Model They Need
One of the most beautiful and challenging aspects of parenting is being the role model our children deserve. When they see me embody patience, kindness, and honesty, they learn to embrace these qualities in their own lives. It’s a reminder to constantly strive to be the best version of myself.
2 Prioritizing Quality Time
In the hustle and bustle of daily life, quality time often takes a backseat. Let’s consciously make an effort to spend meaningful, uninterrupted time with our children. Whether it’s reading a book, going for a walk, baking cookies together, or simply cuddling, these moments are precious and shape their perception of love and care. They fill our hearts with joy and make for lasting memories.
3 Demonstrating Empathy and Understanding
It’s important to show my children that their feelings and thoughts matter. When they face challenges or have fears, I’m there to listen, understand, and support them. It’s in these moments of empathy that our bond grows stronger.
4 Words Have Power
Words, like gentle whispers in the wind, guide my children’s path and shape their understanding of the world. Through encouraging and comforting words, I reassure them, fostering a sense of security and love.
There once was a little boy who had a bad temper. His father gave him a bag of nails and told him that every time he lost his temper, he must hammer a nail into the back of the fence. The first day the boy had driven 37 nails into the fence. Over the next few weeks, as he learned to control his anger, the number of nails hammered daily gradually dwindled down. He discovered it was easier to hold his temper than to drive those nails into the fence. Finally, the day came when the boy didn’t lose his temper at all. He told his father about it and the father suggested that the boy now pull out one nail for each day that he was able to hold his temper. The days passed and the young boy was finally able to tell his father that all the nails were gone. The father took his son by the hand and led him to the fence. He said, “You have done well, my son, but look at the holes in the fence. The fence will never be the same. When you say things in anger, they leave a scar just like this one. You can put a knife in a man and draw it out. It won’t matter how many times you say I’m sorry, the wound is still there.” The little boy then understood how powerful his words were. He looked up at his father and said, “I hope you can forgive me father for the holes I put in you.”
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“Of course, I can,” said the father.
I hope this post encourages you to be mindful of our actions and words we use towards our children because with our words and actions we shape their world.