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Ritual Divas - What Are Your Thoughts On Parenting? Posted Mar 7, 2010 10:33 PM
I came across a passage today that was written in 1910 - almost one hundred years ago... "Do not try to make men of your boys or women of your girls. It is not natural. Love them. Make home just as happy a place as possible, and give them rein, freedom. Encourage them in their play, for the are now in their fun age. Many parents ruin the larger, completer, fuller development of their children by repressing them, destroying their childhood, their play day, by trying to make them adults. There is nothing sadder in American life than the child who has been robbed of its childhood. " Orison Swett Marden Depending on your perspective... you could say this passage is even truer today; children are in many ways required to grow up faster and they experience the worries and the issues of older teens at a younger and younger age. As BraveHeart Women, we know we can have much influence, and we can shape in a positive and enlightened way the children of today, and in turn create a much better tomorrow for all. In your opinion, what do you think are the 3 most important qualities or attitudes a parent should cultivate and nurture with their children in the 21st century? I for one believe we must transmit to our children the idea that they are loved - acceptance, approval, and unconditional love are so important to their self esteem. Communication - open, caring dialogue is a skill that will serve each child and parent very well over the course of their relationship. And a knowledge of thoughts ... how our thoughts affect all of our days. The list goes on... Looking forward to hearing what You believe is important to instill in our children today, in order to have a peaceful, loving world where each can make her or his own valuable contribution. Cheers to manifesting more Joy, Success and Abundance! Lynette Ritual Divas Community
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Hi Lynette,

I think it's important that children are given space to express themselves verbally and creatively. Alot of children I see are frustrated and express it disrespectfully. We should encourage creativity in problem solving and be a role model too.

Also, I think we need to let our children know that they are heard. Even if they don't get what they want at the time, it's important that they know that someone is listening to them.

Great topic!

Lynette,

At the onset, as parents, we will oblige ourserselves to support our children to explore their inner core that will anchor them in their adult life - that is expressing their purpose with an inner sense of stability as well as economic freedom. One way of doing it is to observe the child's interest or curiosity, for instance if at the moment the child's curiosity is of the skies and stars then support it, if is about music, support it too, and etc.

As the child grows and interact with a more intimate friendship or relationship, teach them the responsibility of becoming a parent: basic necessities support. Hopefully, it will encourage them to be cognizant of their behavior in terms of intimate interaction.

Support their psychosocial development so that they will become constructive and productive adults.

The most important aspect of parenting I think is to express love to their offspring unconditionally and to emphasize family value and support.

Braveheart friend,
Nora

Lynette,

I feel parents and childcare providers need to allow each child to show them/us who they are in an environment that enhances the individual spirit that each child brings to this world. Allow them to bloom, unrestricted by the limitations and cautions often placed upon them. At the same time, allow them guidance and structure as they express and explore.

Teach them how to be responsible and conscious of the thoughts they entertain.

Teach them how to effectively communicate what they desire to create and participate with in nonjudgemental and encouraging atmospheres.

And allow them to teach us new ways of considering ourselves and our world! :-x

I love love love watching children express with delight and with the full abandon of self consciousness!

Blessings

Hi Lynette,

Well, now that the Academny Awards are over, and I've thought about this some more, I've come up with these:

A strong sense of family and community; respect and regard for oneself and others; empathy, patience, understanding towards others

Unconditional love, caring, compassion

Sound morals and values; self-discipline; acceptance of oneself; belief in oneself

I think that when there is a strong foundation of love within the family that open communication is a by-product of that

And, yes, the more I learn about how powerful our thoughts can be, I think that it would be wise that we, as parents, help children, as they grow older, to see the value in having positive thoughts, looking for positive things in anything negative, helping them to focus on the positive, and to be grateful and appreciative for all that they have. :-x

All the Best,
Laura

Lynette, I am not a parent but I can certainly provide three important qualities or attitudes a parent should cultivate and nurture in their children from my observations.
1. To treat everyone you come across with love and dignity as you would want to be treated. We never know what is happening in that person's life.
2. To never act or respond in anger, but to step back, BREATHE, and then to come from a place of love. Communication is key, and one should always have the ability to speak what is on their heart.
3.To enjoy this life and make the most of every day. To continue to laugh often and always have that childlike enthusiasm in everything that we do
More is caught than what is taught so it is so important to strive to be a conscious role model.
Love your BH Sister,
Darlene

Hi Lynette,

Aren't you watching the Academy Awards? lol

I'm on the computer while watching the Oscar presentations...multi-tasking you could say...lol...when I read your blog...I decided that I'd have to think about your question and get back to you on that....meanwhile I wanted to jot down what a wonderful discussion topic...and quite appropriate for all us moms...there certainly is a lot that goes into parenting that's for sure...many thanks for raising the topic... :-x

All the Best,
Laura

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