13 Mar Leadership
Are you the boss of your children? Or are you their leader? What would you like to be?
Were your parents leaders or were they bossy? Did they guide you and show you the way? Or were you ordered about and told to do this, that and the next thing? Were there expectations of you as the oldest, middle or youngest child? Or were there no expectations?
Do you feel that your parents did a great job with you and that you want to follow the in their footsteps? Or do you want to avoid parenting your children the way you’ve been raised?
As a parent, there are many things to consider, and as a result, many decisions to be made. Then when you make decisions, do you stand hard and fast or are you flexible?
Whatever behaviour you model to a child, they are likely to model that behaviour, consciously or unconsciously.
When you were growing up, do you ever remember your parents doing something you didn’t like? Then you’d make a silent commitment to yourself that you would NEVER do that?
Somehow it sticks with you. Then, one day in the future, the thing that was said or done, you find yourself saying or doing what you said you wouldn’t do.
The world works in mysterious ways, and the mind, it’s a whole new ball game. Things stick. Some of the things we like stick with us. But also, so do some of the things we don’t like.
Trust in yourself as a parent is essential. What you know is on your side is your intention. It’s as pure as a newborn baby’s scent.
Parenting is easier when you have the pure intention of wanting to raise a happy, confident child.
Then that happy, confident child turns into an independent, socially responsible adult.
That’s when you know you’ve achieved your purpose. When you’ve raised a child who cares for others, helps people out and contributes to good causes.
While you fulfil your intent as a parent, the years come and go. Also, there are likely to be some tough times along the way. Additionally, hearts can break during this journey.
Whatever happens, you’ve just got to trust yourself along the way. When you have the right intention for your child you’ve got to remember you’ve never done this before.
You grow as your child grows and you mature as your child matures. Just at different stages. Everyone learns from mistakes and hindsight. You will make mistakes along the way simply because there’s no perfect parent or person.
Whatever you do, you’re the leader of your pack. So be kind to yourself and show your child how you do life. Listen to them, guide them and provide the opportunity for them to make their own decisions. In addition, to their own mistakes.
Lead your child through life so that they can be the leader of their life. Teach them not to be too hard on themselves when things don’t go the way they planned. To trust their instincts and live their lives in a way that makes them happy.
Lead your child to a better world.
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