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As I sit here and think about life, I feel incredibly grateful and amazed by something important that I’ve come to understand many years ago. It has shaped my beliefs and made me realize the true meaning of being a parent. Today, I want to share this special understanding with you: every child who comes into this world is a unique soul who deserves freedom.
For a long time, I’ve believed that it is our role as individuals or couples to welcome souls into our lives as parents. We need to remember that each baby, each person, is not here to save us, serve humanity, or fix the world. Instead, they arrive as free and special individuals, with their own journey ahead of them. They have the potential to grow, be themselves, and live a fulfilling life.
As parents, our job is to give our children the best love and support we can offer, without expecting anything in return. This kind of love is the greatest gift and blessing we can give them – the gift of life and the chance to explore and learn about the world. We need to understand that they are not accidents, vessels, or substitutes for something or someone else. They are not responsible for giving us love either. Instead, our natural role as parents is to give to the future, nurture, and guide, without claiming ownership.
It is crucial that we embrace the idea of freedom for every child because it is through this freedom that they can truly be themselves. They should have the freedom to make their own choices, pursue their passions, learn from their mistakes, and shape their own future. We have to realize that their path may be different from what we imagine or want for them, and that’s perfectly fine. Our job is not to mold them into copies of ourselves but to empower them to become the best version of themselves.
To truly understand this idea, we have to move beyond just thinking about it and connect with our hearts. Our hearts have the capacity for boundless love and understanding, and through them, we can grasp the profound truth that every child is a unique soul who deserves freedom. It is through the heart that we can let go of expectations and embrace the beauty of individuality.
As I stand here, humbled by this realization, I’m reminded of the immense responsibility we have as parents. We are the guardians of these precious souls, entrusted with the task of nurturing their spirits and guiding them with love, kindness, and empathy. By fulfilling this sacred duty, we can create an environment where they can grow, discover their passions, and chase their dreams.
Let’s celebrate the privilege of being parents by honoring the freedom of our children. Let’s embrace their uniqueness, support their dreams, and provide them with the tools they need to navigate life. In doing so, we create a world where every child can thrive as their own special self, without being limited by expectations or restrictions.
Remember, our greatest contribution as parents lies not in taking, but in giving. By understanding this truth and granting our children the freedom they deserve, we are planting the seeds for a brighter future – a future where love, understanding, and individuality flourish.
So, let’s embark on this incredible journey of parenthood with open hearts. Let’s be guided by the understanding that every child is a soul who deserves freedom. In doing so, we give them the world and empower them to shape it with their unique essence. This way our world gets better without conditions but freedom.
