Teach responsibility and capability via organization
Organizing for Families
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
Are you a parent? Is your mindset of a teacher to your children? I would love to share a few things I implemented when my own children were small to teach them that they are capable and responsible, that lead to organized adults.
As the parent, you may learn that you need more patience than you ever realized. You may become frustrated, but perseverance is a beautiful thing (and your children will reap rewards of seeds you sow now). You need a PLAN!
Perhaps you are realizing that you have done too much for your kids, you may encounter resistance! It's not too late to adjust the course and realize your definition of parenting and what specifics encompass that role for you. I came to understand that my role as a parent was to give my children the tools to learn capability and responsibility. It takes time, this may be where the challenge is for you, as it was sometimes for me. But when you have the opportunity to see your children in their twenties you will be grateful that you took the time to teach them!
The particular tasks that you choose to teach can vary wildly. I began with small tasks that a toddler could, and mostly enjoyed, doing - putting away toys, helping me find something at the grocery store, or carrying their own (non-breakable) dishes to the sink (even if we had spills, it gave us the opportunity to clean together or let the dog enjoy the unexpected treat)! Your little one may enjoy throwing things to try to make a basket - this translates into helping with laundry.
Mostly, I found that my children just enjoyed being with me. It didn't matter if we were doing household "chores" or taking a walk, what they enjoyed (and me as well) was time together. It cemented that I valued them, that they were an important part of the household, that they had the ability to take care of things and fostered responsibility in them.
If you find yourself not knowing what to do or how to implement - please reach out! In addition to this falling under the umbrella of organization I am a certified Parent Coach and am passionate in helping parents become the parent they aspire to be. I also have free checklists on the website to help you begin morning or evening routines with your own children, print from my websites Contact page. (A list of ideas: cleaning: dishes to the counter, sweeping, trash, feed the dog, laundry, easy cooking skills, cleaning up toys/bathroom/room/closet etc, how to do their own seatbelt, let them unpack(and carry) their own backpack, and pack their own health snacks). Other tips: teaching takes time - there is a learning curve! It is healthy to learn things for themselves and having choices (get comfortable with stripes and polka dots - no perfectly dressed kids here... your kids need creative outlets and are still loved when they look as if they dressed themselves, a healthy mindset in training)!
Finally, having weekly family meetings are a wonderful way to support everyone and acknowledge the steps they have under their belts...compliments go a long way!
Please let me know how I can assist you in your own journey towards organization. Gretchen@Igo-Organize.com 423-225-2436