Whenever my kids are being grumpy and difficult, I’m tempted to blame them for the bad mood I’m in. However… the truth is usually the opposite. My bad mood has spread to them. And even if the reverse is true, I know that my mood can also shape theirs. I can choose to be joyful and positive and watch as their own moods improve.
I’ve found dance parties to always do the trick for all of us.
The same principle is true when we’re trying to motivate our kids to engage in academic tasks. Our modeling is extremely impactful!
