If you are a parent, you are being watched to see how you perform every task, say every word, how you show love, and even how you treat people in the community. You are, what is referred to as, a role model. During adolescence, children look to other children to set the standards on how to behave, but a child's first and most important role model is you, the parent. A role model sets standards for the behavior and habits that children learn and accept as the norm.
Setting the Example
Step 1
Eat a healthy diet that includes whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and avoid eating foods that lack nutritional value. Showing your child that you value a healthy lifestyle and avoid bad habits like smoking and drinking, encourages your child to value her health.
Step 2
Exercise at least three times per week and involve your child when possible. Showing him that taking care of your body is worth time and energy encourages him to live a healthy life that includes regular physical activity.
Step 3
Tell your child you love her every day and be sure to hug her and show affection. This will teach her how to be a nurturing and openly affectionate person, which will help her have healthy interpersonal relationships.
Step 4
Talk to and about people with respect. Be sure not to say derogatory or hateful comments and be kind to everyone you encounter each day. This will not only make the people around you happier, but will also teach your child to have respect for others throughout his life.
Step 5
Read often and take every opportunity to educate yourself. Stay current on events that are happening around the world by reading a newspaper or watching documentaries. This will show her that learning and reading is a valuable life-long process.
Step 6
Be punctual and call if you are running late. This might not seem important to you, but your punctuality today decides how your child views commitment and time. Being on time is a skill that will influence how successful he will be able to keep jobs and maintain relationships.
Step 7
Say only words that you would want coming out of your child's mouth. You cannot speak using profanity and tell your child not to say the same words. Your language is setting the standard for how she expresses himself and will determine how society perceives her.
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