You know the old saying. Perhaps your mama said it or your grandma said it or the mean ole lady next door said it to your mama about you,
“Children should be seen and not heard!”
Which is really ridiculous because this statement implies that children should not be SEEN or HEARD. And I don’t know about you, but I believe part of the reason the world is so jacked up today is because we’ve got adult “children” running around today who are broken; they weren’t seen or heard and their behavior is a cry to be noticed.
But can we just give a holla and a hand clap that we are empowered to parent as we see fit. While mama & ‘nem gave us some fundamental tools that have helped us become successful, today we can keep, adapt, modify or even discard some of the things we saw and heard in our childhood.
Let’s be clear, children should be SEEN and HEARD.
The heart of every human craves connection. And when connection is stifled, it will manifest in a myriad of unpleasant ways. So let’s cut that off at the pass and be purposeful in connecting with our children. And one of the primary ways we connect hearts is through open, loving communication. So here are 5 ways you can communicate better with your child starting today.
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As always, it is my prayer that you’ve been Inspired To Live Fully even in your parenting!
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These tips are great reminders! I remember growing up and hearing that too..it’s so important kids know we care and are listening..such a great post!
Thank you! Blessings Nina as you proactively pour into the lives of children. Our world is very much in need of people who care and who show it in loving ways.
I totally agree. Children should be encouraged to use their voices so someone else isn’t telling their story inaccurately later!
Exactly! And it begins with us, the parenting giving credence to their voices and permission to exercise it. Blessings to you as you parent with purpose!