So much influence and impact stems from our childhood. Take a moment to reflect on yours. Can you identify areas of your life that align with your childhood experiences?
I can. I can also identify how I have made some adjustments for my life and the future generations. It’s so important to continue to evolve and provide a happier and healthier life.
Your child’s future is very much in your hands. Your love, guidance, actions and support shape them. What a role!
Look at it from the perspective of a beautiful opportunity and journey to create healthy, mindful, positive-thinking individuals who are empathetic and driven. Those who work hard, take care of their loved ones, and give back to the communities in which they reside.
Childhood serves as a building block for:
- Manners
- Safety measures
- Personality
- Empathy
- Community mindfulness
- HEALTH
You may choose to run to the grocery store solo, but here are 5 benefits your child can reap by going along with you on the journey:
1 – They watch everything you do
Don’t cringe. Think: YES!
The more you load up your cart with fresh produce and veggies and get lean meats from the butcher, they will absorb those practices and find favorite items that they love!
(My best friend’s toddler loves berries – so healthy!)
The more you stock up on chips and candy, the more they will want and desire.
2 – You are instilling smart habits in future generations
Not only for them, but their kids and so forth. If they become a teacher, they will influence the children in their classrooms too.
3 – They will likely ask to help cook or bake with you
Cooking at home has so many benefits. You know exactly what oils, butters, types of meats, veggies, organic or non-organic items are on your plate.
Your child will also learn to measure, set a timer, work as a team, and of course – taste test the creations!
4 – They watch money being exchanged for groceries
Having them learn to count change if you pay with cash, correspond with the cashier, and ask questions if something rings up at a different price are all helpful experiences.
5 – They witness the effort that goes into family life
Driving or walking to the store, getting a cart, selecting items, paying, bagging items, loading the car. Appreciation sets in. They start learning time management. And by going to the grocery store they see phase one of it; phase two starts shortly thereafter by unloading groceries, placing in the pantry or refrigerator, prepping a meal, then cleaning up.
Chores are chores but they are important for children to learn and be part of.
Let’s play a positive role in helping our children achieve healthier bodies. Lessons that stick with them through adulthood.
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