7 guiding principles of parenthood

5. I need to be my kids’ biggest encourager; not their biggest critic.

There are definitely times where I need to correct and discipline my kids and it’s an uncomfortable necessity, but overall, I want the tone in the home to be encouraging and life-giving. Kids’ young minds and hearts and like wet cement and the words a parent speaks will leave lasting impressions. I want my impressions to be as encouraging as possible.