If we take a survey among parents and ask, what is the top quality of being a human being? The answer will be...
Love
Love and being loved are the two sides of the same coin to the top quality of being Human. Most cultures and generations before and after agree on this. To love and be loved, we need to have the ability to read social cues and body language. We can reciprocate and respond to the complexity of social interactions. Social intelligence and social-emotional skills are needed to bring out our love, kindness, care, generosity, forgiveness, etc. In return, we also receive from others the love and care that characterizes the best of humanity.
In reality, we do not forget the worst of humanity exists within ourselves, with our families, neighborhood, society, country, and nations.
Actions
We nurture humanity and a healthy self to live through life's storms and setbacks. We foster strong, loving relationships. We promote solid social-emotional skills with our children and spouse. We nurture decisive actions in caring, kindness, and compassion toward each other.
Reflection
Who do I learn my social-emotional skills from, for better or worse?
How can I develop a safe and trusting relationship that provides an excellent example of kindness, care, compassion, and love?
Resource
Card games promoting communication https://parentsarehuman.com/
Social-emotional bonding https://www.edutopia.org/article/resources-promoting-social-and-emotional-learning-home/
Volunteering together https://www.playtimes.com.hk/volunteer-opportunities-hong-kong/
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