Welcome to a new series called “Be Intentional.” This past year I have been trying to be more intentional in my professional and personal life. When I say that I want to be more intentional I simply mean that I want to attempt to embrace the present, be thoughtful in my actions and live a purposeful and fulfilled life. I have identified a few ways that I aim to be a better person (we all have room for growth – am I right?) and plan on sharing these ideas and plans with you over the course of the Be Intentional Series.
First up – Being Kind.
Why did I choose Being Kind as the first post in my Be Intentional Series? Simple – my son.
I love this little boy more than anything in the world. Becoming a mother has been my greatest blessing. His presence gives me hope, strength and purpose. He has taught me patience, unconditional love and perseverance. My heart literally feels like it could melt when he gives me “momma kisses,” or asks to cuddle. He is my light in any darkness and he pushes me to be and do better. BUT – I worry for his future. Today’s world is riddled with hatred, violence and corruption. I struggle knowing this is the world our sweet innocent babies are being brought into. I worry I am not doing enough to ensure I raise a kind, loving and honest little boy. It is absolutely terrifying to admit these fears!
I decided I would combat these fears by being kind. I’m only one person, and I am numbingly aware of this. I know I cannot change or shape the world we live in greatly or quickly and I know many people feel the same way I do. However, I do know I can (attempt to) shape the way my son perceives the world. I can teach him that their is goodness in people and I can model respectful, caring and honest human interaction. I can do my part to raise a kind human being in a unkind world.
I can do better.
Whew! There, I said it. I am not always kind. Sometimes I lose my temper, pass judgment and engage in inappropriate or unkind conversations. I realize this and I want to and have to do better. My hope is that by owning my own faults, I can make an active effort to change them and be more intentional in my actions every day. I hope that by being intentionally kind, I can not only grow personally, but also as a mother. After all, motherhood is my most important role yet!
Thanks for reading! Are you working on being more intentional? If so, please share your experience or insight below!
