Thankful Kids Are Happy Kids

How wonderful it would be if we could help our children and
grandchildren to learn thanksgiving at an early age. Thanksgiving
opens the doors. It changes a child's personality. A child is
resentful, negative-or thankful. Thankful children want to give, they
radiate happiness, they draw people. ~ Sir John TempletonThe best way
to help our children learn to be thankful is by our example. When we
are thankful, it shows in our attitude, actions, and words. Instead of
complaining, let them hear us praising. Instead of thinking only of
our own needs, let them see us giving and helping others. They are
watching and listening to us as we model gratitude-focusing on what is
right rather than what is wrong and on what we have rather than what
we don't have.Children who are overindulged learn entitlement rather
than gratitude. They come to expect privileges as if they are rights
they can expect and demand, and they become resentful when they do not
get their way. It is often very loving parents who think they are
helping their children by meeting all of their wants and wishes. The
greatest desire of anyone is ultimately to be genuinely and truly
happy with inner peace and love. Instilling a heart of gratitude in
children is the greatest gift and investment in his or her future
success and happiness that we can give.A grateful heart is a merry
heart. It instills in us a desire to give. It leads to a lifelong
experience of inner joy and peace. Gratitude is the path to success
and purpose. It shapes our personalities and instills in us inner
beauty and grace. It opens doors to fulfilling relationships and
pursuits.Thankfulness radiates happiness!!We can help our children
radiate happiness and live life to the fullest as they learn and
practice thanksgiving!Copyright � 2010 Krystal Kuehn, BeHappy4Life,
All Rights Reserved.