Parenting by Example: Actions Speak Louder Than Rules for Child Development
We’ve all heard the sayings: “Lead by example,” “Actions speak louder than words,” and “Do as I say, not as I do is a recipe for disaster.” But what does this really mean in parenting?
When I was younger, I’d hear advice from adults and think, “Why would I listen to you? You seem miserable, anxious, stressed, or resentful. Why would I want to be like you?” The truth is, the life you live, not the rules you enforce, is what resonates most with your kids.