Are you a grandparent? wonderful!
Then you are ready to answer the following question: Why are you important to your grandson? Think about it, then read on and find out more reasons to feel good.
First of all, you have the ability to give your grandson unconventional love. Based on this love, there are special connections between generations.
Parents of course love their children. But they can also play other roles, such as teachers, disciples and drivers, to name a few.
You don't have so much pressure. Without your nanny, you don't have to tell your child when to go to sleep, pick up clothes or brush your teeth. Your relationship may become pure happiness, not someone who is polluted by anxiety or depression.
Second, you are the link to the past. You pass history, traditions and values. Everything you do will meet your child and become a memory that can be further passed down. As Kathy Peel described in her book [ from
Family of life from
, NY: McGraw-Hill, 2003, p. 20], "We are leaving in Our children are far more important than the ones we give them [my focus].
Third, you have the ability to become true friends and confidants; some people will listen without feeling the need to give lectures, and some will share the child's happiness and frustration. Your presence is everything you need to ease your growth burden.
The more you listen, the more you give.
But what if you hear something related to you or something you don't agree with? Can you freely express your opinion? Yes Because, just as you want your friends to tell the truth, your grandson also wants you to be frank and honest. However, as a caring friend, you can do this in the context of this love when you share your opinion. So you may question this behavior, but you will not question the child's self-worth.
Fourth, if you are fortunate enough to retire, then you also have the privilege to enjoy time Listen, many parents don't.
When you give time to grandchildren, you have given them the most precious wealth in the world. This is irreplaceable. You have given their own pieces and they can carry them for the rest of their lives.
To be a grandparent, you don't have to be rich. You don't need to give a gift. You only need to pay attention and love.
Finally, you are the glue that brings your family together. Through your relationship with each member of the extended family, you tell them all, they are part of a family network that supports and loves.
Now you know why it is so important?
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