The virtue of Worthiness and its impact on kids

Self-worth comes from one thing –thinking that you are worthy.

– Wayne Dyer

Worthiness is believing that you deserve the good things that come to you based on who you are on the inside, not grades, appearance, or approval from others. It is the quality of being deserving of honor, respect, or esteem. It is a virtue that is essential for living a happy and fulfilling life. Worthiness allows us to feel good about ourselves, build strong relationships, and achieve our goals.

There are many ways to be worthy. Some examples include:

1. Being honest and trustworthy.
2. Being kind and compassionate.
3. Being responsible and reliable.
4. Being hardworking and dedicated.
5. Being courageous and brave.
6. Being humble and modest.
7. Being grateful and appreciative.
8. Being forgiving and understanding.
9. Being positive and optimistic.
10. Being creative and imaginative.

Worthiness is a virtue that is developed over time. It is important to start nurturing self-worth from infancy. Here are some tips on how to do this:

1. Set a good example. Be a role model by being a worthy person yourself. This involves being honest and trustworthy, kind and compassionate, responsible and reliable.
2. Acknowledge behavior that shows worthiness. When children do something worthy, be sure to describe the behavior that was demonstrated, give it a name, and express appreciation. This helps children to understand the meaning of worthiness, to feel good about themselves, and to continue practicing that behavior.
3. Explain the importance of worthiness. Explain that worthiness is about being a good person and making a positive difference in the world. Those who feel good about themselves on the inside make higher grades, and are less likely to use drugs, alcohol, or develop eating disorders.
4. Nurture worthiness in children. Children love games and songs. Check out “Mirror, Mirror I know my Strength” in Self-Esteem games: 300 fun activities that make children feel good about themselves by B. Sher. Sit quietly and listen to the character-building song, “See Me Beautiful”
    by Red Grammer in the CD titled Be Bop Your Best. 
5. Be patient. It takes time for kids to develop worthiness. Don’t get discouraged if they don’t get it right away. Just keep encouraging them and expect that they will eventually get there.

You can help nurture worthiness in children so that they become worthy individuals with some of the tips described above.

Also, it’s important to understand the benefits of cultivating self-worth. Below are a few:

1. It makes us feel good about ourselves. When we are worthy, we feel good about ourselves and our actions. This can lead to increased self-esteem and confidence.
2. It helps us to build strong relationships. People are drawn to those who are worthy. When we are worthy, we are more likely to build strong relationships with others.
3. It helps us to achieve our goals. When we are worthy, we are more likely to achieve our goals. This is because we have the confidence and motivation to succeed.
4. It makes the world a better place. When we feel worthy ourselves, we make the world a better place. We do this by practicing virtues such as kindness, compassion, fairness, and helpfulness.

If you are looking for a way to live a happier, more fulfilling life for yourself or a child, I encourage you to promote worthiness. It is a virtue that will benefit you and the world around you.