Years ago I heard a man say "I was brought up in a household
where fear was not tolerated."
It was a new concept for me but I liked it. I remember being surprised at how young & easily children could be afraid. I want to be brave & wise
and instill both of these traits in my children.
I remember in one of my Psychology classes the professor explaining that feelings are a physical reaction in one's body. I believe fear is a feeling.
It is a feeling that is obviously indicating some kind of danger,
whether is it real or perceived.
When it comes to feelings we can often times make a choice.
and instill both of these traits in my children.
I remember in one of my Psychology classes the professor explaining that feelings are a physical reaction in one's body. I believe fear is a feeling.
It is a feeling that is obviously indicating some kind of danger,
whether is it real or perceived.
When it comes to feelings we can often times make a choice.
Here are two possible reactions to fear:
When my kids have gotten scared I've had them acknowledge the fear, then look for solutions or change. I also have them verbally say something like "I will not be afraid of this anymore because..." I'll even have them repeat it several times if it was something really scary.
I want my kids to learn how to manage and overcome fear. Deuteronomy 3:28 says: "Help him to be brave. Give him hope & strength."
I want my kids to learn how to manage and overcome fear. Deuteronomy 3:28 says: "Help him to be brave. Give him hope & strength."
When it comes to us Mommies overcoming our fears this proverb is really encouraging:
Beautiful Mothers be clothed in strength and dignity. Face your future
and your children's future with expectant joy.
Keep up the good work!
Love,
Rosa
