i was emailed today from someone who asked ways to play with their kids. and i was inspired to share ways in which i have found to be fun and connecting. they are simple. one thing i have realized within myself is that we have all the resources to not only enjoy our lives, but to pass this on to our children. to demonstrate that time is not dictating for us,but we are the ones in charge of utilizing the time and making it COUNT for lifetimes.
play follow the leader. ask your child to be the leader. do what they do. all of the silliness. be in that. embrace it and notice how it feels to follow their lead. they dig this.why? because it gives them permission to be themselves and to see how you embrace THAT. turn off your cell phone. give yourself permission to unhook which immediately gives your children permission to as well. unhook from life's responsibilities and be in the moment of NOW. magic happens. nothing is holding you back and you are still okay. life goes on, and you have the moments to cherish with those you love.
all kids really want is presence. they do not need outside distractions, only those they love to BE WITH THEM in a way that is full and alive.
in a world that thrives and encourages distraction, to give yourself time to unhook.....is truly what keeps you alive and well. this is the best way to demonstrate wholeness and balance to those you love, especially your kids.
dance dance dance. put music on. who cares if you cant DANCE. it doesnt matter. what matters is connecting. laughing. embracing the simplicity of life with your children. there is no wrong in connecting. in fact, we are here to CONNECT to ourselves. our inner CHILD and not hide it. not mute it. but embrace it.
i triple dog dare you to embrace that part of you that just wants to sing out loud......

your kids will thank you....
for it sets them free. to be who they are..
and makes the world a more balanced and connected place to hang.