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Fulfilling your motherly responsibilities can be hard especially if it is your first time, you are a single mother, or you are divorced. Thankfully, in such cases, the modern law has reserved rights for you. There is no scale that measures your level of care and love for your children as a mother, and there are no statistical reports published annually to reassure you whether you are doing a good job or not. As a mother, you learn on the job by gaining firsthand experience, at times through the advice and consultation of your peers and sometimes by reading articles like this. In any case, I have encountered countless women skeptical of their child-rearing performance. They have a fear of messing it up and being judged by others. Hopefully, the list of a mother’s best qualities I have provided below will help you out on your journey of motherhood.
- Empathy
A mother always wants the best for her children and she struggles to lead them on the right way but if your children mess up sometimes, it is very important that you listen and try to understand what your kids are going through, rather than screaming at them loudly. Empathy will not only create a friendly bond between you and your children but will also solidify the trust that both of you have on each other. Instead of being like a strict military staff sergeant, look to discipline your children with love and affection, share your feelings with them and ask them to share theirs. In no time, both of you will solve any untoward situation.
- Patience
Patience is a virtue; we have all heard this phrase at least once in our lives, however, we seldom practice it. As a mother patience should be your weapon when dealing with your children. Young kids can be clumsy, taking too much time changing clothes, tying their shoes, or even taking a bath. Yelling at them does not help your cause. Try to suppress your anger by meditation and practice being calm as much as you can until patience becomes second nature.
- Humbleness
There is nothing wrong in admitting your mistakes. Your children need to know that as an adult you also make mistakes and nobody is perfect. Tone down your pride and ego in front of your children and they will learn to share their problems and accept when they make a mistake. Apologize whenever you are at fault to serve as an example for your young ones, and in no time, you will see your children behaving well.
- Support
The upbringing of your children, especially when they are young, is crucial as it shapes their personalities. Your support is extremely important for your children. I cannot stress enough upon the fact that being a supportive mother toward your children helps them nurture into beautiful human beings. If your children decide to pursue something, always back them and give them confidence. If they do well, urge them to do better and if they do badly, be there for support. Don’t judge the kids if they think or act differently from what you expected. Give them enough space to allow them to explore themselves and carve their mettle. This is mainly necessary for teenagers who have reached puberty and can shut you down if they don’t get your support and love.
Keep these motherly qualities in mind, and if they don’t come naturally to you, practice hard, so you can be the mother you have always hoped to be.
