Life constantly presents learning opportunities especially if you are a parent to young children. My out-of-the-box decision to leave a fulfilling career to pursue my passions has been an enriching life lesson to my kids. My wife and I have connected how the life choices we made since college allowed me to do this.
Not everything in life is as inspiring as going after your dreams but much can present opportunities to learn. Death of a loved one causes great sadness but the challenge is how to overcome that and move on with life while cherishing wonderful memories. It's a harsh lesson for children whose heads are full of dreams and possibilities for their own lives. But, it can be an enriching experience as well.
Our children recently lost their last grandparent. Since then, we have had the opportunity to share our feelings, answer questions, reflect on warm memories, learn more about family history, instill culture, and discuss our beliefs and those of others on what happens after a person passes. Through open and thoughtful conversation, our children can better understand how to cope with their emotions and what the loss means to each of us. A sad event like this can help children better appreciate the lives they have. It's a valuable life lesson they will never forget.
So, look for opportunities in your own lives to learn and teach. They exist. We just have to make the most of them.
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