Sharing the Love : Gila Brown
Valentine?s Day is the a favorite day to celebrate love relationships. ?When we think Valentine?s Day, we generally think romantic, extravagant dinners? away from kids. ?This year, I would like to suggest that you expand on that notion.
We?ve talked before about the importance of reconnecting. ?This is that one-on-one time you spend with your kids. ?It shows them that you actually like them. ?They know you HAVE to spend time with them. ?They want to know that you want to spend time with them. ?Your dentist HAS to spend time with you. ?Your friends CHOOSE to. ?You see the difference? ?Reconnecting is so important because it refuels kids love reserves. ?In other words, when they feel seen, valued, respected and loved, they are far more cooperative in return.
So, this Valentine?s Day, I encourage you to ?date? more than one person. ?Embrace your adult Valentine?s date, as that modeling of a healthy love relationship is also important for kids to witness. ?But, then make sure to plan dates with kids, too. ?Think Daddy-Daughter Date night (or Mom-Son, Mom-Daughter, etc). ?Get all decked out. ?Buy some chocolates. ?Go out for a special dinner. ?Enjoy being together and take the time to talk about the things you don?t always get a chance to discuss. ?Leave life?s distractions behind, commit to giving your full attention to your child.? Take the time to engage in meaningful conversations. ?Share personal stories. ?The little effort that this takes does so much for your relationships with your kids.
Valentine?s Day is a perfect reminder to take a break and show those you love, and especially your kids, how much you do. ?And, when you see how well this works, you might even opt to make date-nights a regular practice in your home.
? Gila Brown
Source: http://gilabrown.com/blog/sharing-the-love/
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