Don't worry that children never listen to you; worry that they are always watching you.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Children learn by watching behavior more than listening to instructions.
- In plain terms
- Watch your actions because kids learn by copying them.
- What can you take from it?
- Lead by example because children copy what you do.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What do your children watch you do?
- How well do you model your values?
Another view
Children also need direct guidance.
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