Lessons Learned from my 5-Year-Old

Eat only when you’re hungry. And there is no guilt needed if hunger calls to you 15 minutes after you have just eaten lunch.

A fancy cereal box trumps the toy inside every time.

Say hi to strangers. And I mean every stranger.  Especially when they look grumpy.

Be proud of your tummy. Be willing to show that tummy to everyone.
 
Ask 'why' a lot. Do not stop asking 'why' until you are completely satisfied.

When in doubt, make up a silly dance. Everything becomes clearer after a silly dance.

Negotiate your destiny.
 
Stomp when you are grumpy. How will others know you are grumpy without the stomp?
 
Despise injustice.
 
Have a point of view.
 
Be easily bribed by sugar. Or afternoon movies.

Drink from cups that make you feel fancy.

Be in awe of your body - every part.

Wear your pajamas to the grocery store. Paired with anything sparkly.

Play the role of the good guy.

Greet friends and family with gusto when they ring your doorbell.

Tell people you need them.

Don’t be afraid to say no. Or to say yes. Or that you need help.
 
Seek out people who make you laugh.

Pray in song.
 
Dance in your underwear.

Moo at cows.

Believe you can do it yourself.

Believe you are beautiful.

Believe in things you cannot or have not seen.

Just Believe.  JCMT

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