Advice from parents

A local magazine entitled ‘Sunday Circle’ recently interviewed a few parents and asked them what advice they would give their children as they are growing up. I chose the best advices, listed here in no particular order:

1.      Don’t ever change what is good in you just because society or someone else doesn’t like it.

2.      Be good and respectful to others, even if they hurt you, or make your life difficult , or even if you don’t agree with their opinion.

3.      Please do listen, not just hear, what others have to say to you.

4.      Whenever you’re going through a rough time, the best way to get through it is to learn from it.

5.      Always stand up for what you believe and do not judge others so quickly.

6.      Be kind to others. Kindness is always repaid – maybe not immediately, but always in the long run.

7.      Be a humble and caring person. In our selfie-obsessed culture, life may seem like a popularity contest, but know that you are more valuable then the number of 'likes' you get. Humility is not thinking less of yourself, but thinking of yourself less.

8.      Be proud of who you are, respect others and your environment - and chase your dreams.

9.      Be in touch with your strengths and  and use them creatively.

10 . Try to regulate turbulent emotions and connect with persons who really love you, so as to build the ability to bounce back from adversity.

11 . Show integrity in everything you do, and be compassionate towards others.

12 .  Accept constructive criticism. Be assertive – because your ideas, your opinions and contributions matter. Say sorry when necessary and mean it. Be grateful for the people close to you and for all your blessings.