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Time for A Reality Check?
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Do you have a child that says “That’s Not Fair!!!” a little too often? It’s a common thing for a kid to say; after all, it’s through time that we come to terms with what’s fair, what’s not, what we have to accept, what we refuse to accept. Even some adults have difficulty handling life’s disappointments with grace. The problem lies with the frequency of these outbursts. If your child seems to think that just about everything is unfair in his or her life, perhaps it’s time you help your child get a grip on reality by helping them to understand with a gentle hand that they do in fact have a pretty “fair” life in comparison. There’s no need for a huge lecture which will more than likely fall on deaf ears. Instead, get creative and look around your area to find charitable organizations where you and your kids can volunteer. Spending time surrounding yourself and your family with people who have less can help your child realize that things could be worse than not getting a Wii or a cell phone. It helps them put perspective on the things that matter most. Sure, we all want a happy childhood for our children and introducing all the sorrow in the world seems like a depressing idea; however, to some extent in this materialistic world, it’s just necessary in order to develop a sense of something bigger, something more important than our own needs. And that my friend is a better gift than any game console! Live fully, Mia |
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Mia Redrick
Parenting expert Mia Redrick is an author, lecturer, radio personality, personal coach and mother of three young children. She is a leader in the push for the self-care of mothers, and shares her wisdom on how to raise children without sacrificing personal needs.
Parenting expert Mia Redrick is an author, lecturer, radio personality, personal coach and mother of three young children. She is a leader in the push for the self-care of mothers, and shares her wisdom on how to raise children without sacrificing personal needs.
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