When we reach out to another parent we are helping that mother or father, and we are also helping their kids by extension. And when a parent feels better about life, the kids benefit. There is a terrific national program designed to prevent the abuse and neglect of our nation s children. One of the messages of Prevent Child Abuse America is, Be a hero to a child- use positive words. This slogan is a powerful statement for parents, and for the community at large.
Positive words are vital to building a child s inner strength and optimism for the future.
The message is equally important when applied to parents themselves. Offering a parent a pat on the back, a thumbs up , and, most importantly, a helping hand, can serve to remind us all that the incredibly hard work of parenting is vital to our kids, our families and to our community. Most parents are good parents. We work hard for our lives, our families, and our kids. We are as patient as we can be, and we are as loving as we can be.