Dads and other persons of influence play an awesome role in the lives of their children, and it is no easy task.
A day in the life of a dad is often filled with task that range from one end of the spectrum to the other. From provider to caretaker and from gourmet chef to motivator in chief. Their duties can be daunting, challenging, and very hard work, but it can also be most rewarding and lots of fun.
Just like mom, dad wears many hats. Everyday should a good day to show good old dad just how much you care. Yet the third Sunday in June has been designated as the special day for daddies, and it is called Father’s Day.
Dads are generally told on their day how great they are. They are pampered, served their favorite meals, or taken to a special restaurant. They also receive lots of gifts from their children and loved ones. Some they will like, while others will be despised. Yet, they will take great care to avoid hurting anyone’s feelings.
In spite of it all, Father’s Day is a highly anticipated day. Daddies will walk away with many pleasant memories that they will be able to reflect back on in years t0 come.
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Here are the five lessons that some dads shared with their children in hopes that they will apply these lessons to their lives as they move forward..
Learn to think for yourself: Thinking for yourself allows you to stand tall. It affords you the opportunity to become your own person, make your own decisions, and feel free from condemnation. Failure to think for yourself allows others to think for you. When this happens, you may not like the results.
Actively engage with your family: Time is a precious commodity, and it waits for no one. When time is gone, you can’t get it back. How many times have you heard someone say, ” If I could only do it over again, I would do it differently.”
Take advantage of every opportunity you have to spend quality time with your family. During family time, resist the urge to check your electronic devices for text messages, and calls that could take your thoughts away from the conversation.
Be a leader, not a follower: Many individuals look to others for guidance, support, reassurance and leadership. Be the kind of person who provides value to others. It’s a good return on your investment.
Be a role model: Live the kind of life that others want to be drawn to you in a positive way. Be that beacon of light that shines so bright, that others will want to follow in your footsteps, and walk down the path you’ve carved out for yourself, and they can be helped along the way.
Norman Vincent Peale says that the person who sends out positive thoughts activates the world around them positively, and draws back to himself positive results.
Respect yourself and others: Take pride in everything that you do. Stand up for what you believe in. You may not be the most popular person in the room, but you will be respected for taking a stand for your cause.
The way you see yourself is the way others see you.
As you reflect back on these life lessons, please share how your life has been impacted by advice from your dad or other persons of influence in the comment section below. I would love to hear from you.
To your success,
Ruby
Wishing you much success,
Ruby Freeman, Academic Coach / Founder of HelpingKidsLearn.org / Ruby@HelpingKidsLearn.org
