Everyone reminisces the carefree childhood days when every day brought new experiences, always looking out for new discoveries and learning. There are so many things we all can learn from kids around us, here are some of them.
Every day is a fresh beginning
Do you ever notice that end of the day of the school feels so final to the kids? And when they wake up in the morning, it’s a brand-new day. L.M. Montgomery says, ‘Isn't it nice to think that tomorrow is a new day with no mistakes in it yet?’ Just like children, don’t carry baggage from yesterday to tomorrow. Start afresh, always.
Be fearless
In the words of Anais Nin, ‘Life shrinks or expands in the proportion of one’s courage. The life of a child seems limitless as they are not bound by the fears of embarrassment or failure. All they know is to walk ahead with full determination and don’t look back. The sense of failure pulls us from embracing life with open arms.
Laugh everyday
‘A day without laughter is a day wasted’, was once said by Charlie Chaplin. If you observe children around you, you will notice that they have a lovely ability to find joy in everything around them. They find silliness in everything, be it a shopping mall or a park you will find them laughing and enjoying every moment in life. We need to laugh more on a daily basis.
Be lively
For a kid playing outside is the highlight of the day; they would run even if it’s hotand play endlessly with friends till the time they are out of breath. Being physically active energizes us and boosts our spirits. It rewires our brain, makes us optimistic and at times opens up new possibilities.
Foster friendships
If you observe children, you will notice that they find real joy in spending time with friends and have no biases or judgements towards any friend. In fact, more the friends, the better it is for any child. As adults, we should also strive to nurture friendships and not let jealousy, or prejudices come in the way.
Treat scars as badges of honour
Do you remember your school days when a kid got a cast for a broken bone and everyone would sign it? The kid with the cast would be superstars flaunting their scars. When we grow up, we tend to bottle up and hide our wounds and scars. Consider scars as a sign of strength, a story to narrate and aspire to others.
Keep the kid in you alive.
