Watch two children fight over a toy. One might freak out or completely break down when the toy is stolen but as soon as it\u2019s returned and an apology is given, playtime returns to normal. Even if the child is too young to completely understand the weight of those three, simple words, they still ease the frustration and life continues forward. Those apologies matter.<\/em> <\/p>\n\n\n\n Children have good days\u2026and crazy, tantrum-throwing, feet-pounding days. Each day is different and depends on so many things. (It\u2019s like that for adults too, though on a lesser, more appropriate scale). But even after a bad day, a child will return the next morning with a smile on his\/her face and no recollection of the past. Each day brings new happiness and a new opportunity to start over. <\/p>\n\n\n\n We can heal when we share\u2014half of our crackers, half of our train set, half of our dirt piles on the playground. Children know this inherently, though they often struggle (as we still do as adults!) But what kids know, innocently and in their tender ways, is that sharing brings more healing than we can imagine. It brings us together, mends our hearts, and shows us that we are not alone in our struggles and fears. And, of course, it gives us someone to play with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Children let go. They don\u2019t hold grudges. They don\u2019t remember past anger or hurt or bitterness towards one another. Instead, they circle back to playing, even playing with ones who\u2019ve stolen their favorite cars or pushed them down on the grass. They know what we seem to forget as adults\u2014forgiveness holds incredible power.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A good nap solves everything. And what a nap can\u2019t solve, a decent night\u2019s sleep most definitely can. <\/p>\n\n\n\n We all face b.s. Yucky-smelling broccoli that we don\u2019t want to eat, our block tower falling down, grass stains on our knees, or, you know, bills that we can\u2019t pay. However big or small, these problems affect us, drive us crazy, and sometimes make us completely lose our cool. But what children can teach us is the power of a good cry. Letting it out helps us release our pent-up emotions, helps us calm down, and helps us make peace with what we can\u2019t control and the strength to change what we can.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Take a screaming child and show them cars passing by the window and they\u2019ll forget all about what was making them upset. Sometimes a little distraction is all we need to get our mind off things that are bugging us. (Yep, this works for adults too.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n Children hug everyone. Unsolicited, unrestricted, nondiscriminatory hugs. All the time\u2014happy, sad, mad, or in-between. How much better of a world would we have if we hugged like children do?<\/p>\n\n\n\n A little kid doesn\u2019t always have the best concept of time, which, of course can drive you crazy sometimes. But it\u2019s wonderful when you slow down with them, snuggle up with them, and live in the moment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Children don\u2019t know when to quit. When it comes to something they can\u2019t understand or do independently, they will pursue it with all the stamina and skill they have, even if they keep failing over and over again. Sometimes this can be exhausted and frustrating, but their na\u00efve persistence is truly admirable. <\/p>\n\n\n\n There will be plenty of times in a child\u2019s life (and adult\u2019s) where they reach a roadblock. Whether something small, like not being able to complete a task, or monumental, like family abuse, they will continue forward. Sometimes this is because they don\u2019t know any better, but often it\u2019s because that\u2019s the only thing they know how to do\u2014move forward into the next day, next moment\u2014which is an inspiring lesson for us adults.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You will get pissed. From not being able to stack your tower of Legos to driving behind a complete idiot on the highway\u2014frustration is normal. Embrace it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A smile at the start of every morning is what guides that child\u2019s entire day. Smiling lifts spirits, it changes trains of thought and heals broken hearts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Children will openly tell you they love you. Even if you\u2019re not related in any way. You can be the teacher they colored with in the afternoon, the girl they shared marbles with at recess, the crossing guard that held their hand at the street corner\u2014it doesn\u2019t matter, they show love. 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Tomorrow is a new day.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
3. Sharing is caring. <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
4. Forgiveness holds power.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
5. Sleep is restorative.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
6. A good cry is necessary sometimes.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
7. Distraction can be positive.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
8. Hugs can turn an entire day around.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
9. Snuggles with a loved one are necessary sometimes.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
10. There\u2019s no such thing as giving up.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
11. Moving forward is brave and more than enough.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
12. Frustration is part of the process. <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
13. Smiles mean more than one may think.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
14. \u2018I love yous\u2019 should be shared openly. <\/h3>\n\n\n\n