We know what you're thinking: If it's fall, can the season of boots and snowsuits be far behind? This may be a good time to remember that teaching kindness to your children needn't involve leaving the house to do structured projects. There are countless ways to weave "kindness reminders" into your everyday routine. Impromptu activities that make another person smile can be just as valuable as the most thoroughly researched volunteer project.
Talk About It.....
Showing consideration provides a great opportunity to chat with your children about the value of kindness.
- Talk about brief encounters you've had with people (sometimes even strangers) that made you feel great. Ask your children about examples in their life.
- Talk about how the world would look if everyone practiced kindness each day.
- Read a quote about kindness aloud. Ask your children what they think it means and if they believe it's true. Sample quotes:
- "If you want others to be happy, practice compassion. If you want to be happy, practice compassion." (The Dalai Lama)
- "You can't live a perfect day without doing something for someone who will never be able to repay you." (John Wooden)
- "I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel." (Maya Angelou)
- "Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle." (Philo of
Alexandria - Talk often about the benefits of being kind. Give examples of the chain reaction that kindness can spark.
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