Relationship Reflection:
“The quality of life is the quality of your relationships”
Anthony Robbins
In the human race, relationships are considered to be important and all aspects of the individuals’ lives are intertwined. Relationship means when two or more concepts, objects, or people are connected by blood or marriage. I believe a positive relationship is vital in order to have a successful personal/professional relationship.
In my life I have one important relationship that I consider to be particularly important to me and that the one with my family. I am the youngest in the family, my family is always looking out for me and making sure I am making the right decisions in life. Advice is freely given even when I don’t ask for it. Looking forward to spending time with my family is some of my most pleasurable moments. I have a relationship with my family where I am a mother, daughter, sister, niece, and friend.
My mother, my best friend, is my supporter, motivator, provides me with a moral compass and without her, I would not be the person I am today. Every moment I spend with my mother is enjoyable and always a learning experience. My son is my pride and joy and the love of my life. When I told him that I was going back to college, he gave me the thumbs up and said way to go mom! My only brother is someone I can trust and he is always there to help when I need him the most. My sisters are older than I am, but they are always there with a shoulder to lean on and guide me through the tough times. These people are my family and represent the type of positive relationships one should strive for. Family will always be there, even when your friends are nowhere to be found.
In thinking how relationships impact my work as an effective Early Childhood educator is through respect. Respect is an important way of being kind and good to others and this is also needed in having a positive relationship. As an Early Childhood Educator, showing children respect will have a long-lasting influence on the way the children respect others and develop good relationships. By showing and treating children with respect will have a long-lasting influence on the way the children respect others. Such as saying “thank you” “saying please” or “yes mam or no mam”; this will truly let the children know that you as an educator are paying attention.
Hi Janet,
ReplyDeleteRespect and manners are so important. I think little rude boys and girls become rude men and women, and there are way more rude people than ever before. I think making it a priority in preschool and kindergarten will go a long way to fixing that problem. Lovely post, Janet. I look forward to reading more of your work.
Jae
Janet,
ReplyDeleteI too recognize that respect is an integral part of successful relationships at any age. Children need not only to be taught but they also need competent role models to show them what it takes to grow and develop into socially competent people. As the youngest of 8 children I too can relate to having been waited on hand and foot, being told all the things that were good for me. Not all bad, today this resonates through my ability to seek greatness in others, doing what it takes to help others realize their dreams too. I would consider my families endeavors a sound investment that is still paying dividends today. Thanks for inspiring me to see the beauty in my own life experiences.
Janet,
ReplyDeleteI agree that family is so important. I agree that friendships will come and go, but family will always be there for you. No matter, if you agree or disagree with certain opinions of your family they will always be there for you. Thank you so much for your post.
Kelly
Hi Janet,
ReplyDeleteI loved your comments about teaching children manners and respect as a way to develop good relationship skills. It is especially challenging when it is not something they are accustomed to at home. Getting support and love from family members is especially important in everyone's life and I am glad that you are truly blessed with the wonderful family that you have. Thanks for sharing!
Tracy