It's no secret that children see the world differently than adults. Children are yet untainted by the world's cruelty. They are constantly looking to find something new in ordinary places. They get excited about life in general. They find beauty in most experiences and enjoy the small aspects of life that many adults do not even take the time to observe. That's why I love spending my days with children. Believe it or not, they can teach you valuable life lessons if you just pay attention to them.
Be Curious. Children are always asking inquisitive questions about concepts they don't understand. They sit and ponder over small ideas that encompass the entirety of their brains at that moment in time. The quality of being curious can offer us endless knowledge about the world we live in. With technology and the power of the internet literally at our fingertips, why wouldn't you be a little more curious about the world?
Be Kind. One important thing I've learned is that young children have the capacity to be kind to everyone. They don't discriminate based on race or gender. Their innocent eyes cannot judge the imperfections that many adults continually dwell on. They open their hearts to everyone, big or small. Especially now, I think that being kind to all is something the rest of the world can really gain insight from.
Be Creative. Creativity keeps the mind young. Simple as that. When children are allowed to be creative from a young age, they are able to produce positive ethical values on their own. Too often we see adults become so far set in their ways and routines that they forget to accept change and innovation. They forget to let their minds wander outside of the box. Don't be afraid to stray from the norm and let your inner child take over once in a while.
Laugh. Believe me when I tell you that I spend 75 percent of my day laughing when I'm surrounded by children. It doesn't really matter what we are talking about; the kids can always find a way to make it into something that ends up being hilarious. For me, whether we are being silly or completely senseless, it makes me feel so great when I can really laugh with the children. In the real world, there are too many stressful events that occur to be so serious all the time. I know it can be hard, but once you start to see the bright side of situations, they won't be so trying anymore. Laugh as often as possible; life is too short to be anything but happy.
