As a parent it takes a long time for the results of your efforts to become visible.
I try to tell myself that if the kids are still in once piece at the end of the day, I've done a good job. But somehow that seems setting the parenting bar a bit too low.
I also want them to become kindhearted and healthy human beings. And when they're whining things like: 'Mom, he's looking at me funny!' it can be hard to see those things in them.
So I'm delighted to report my fourteen year old daughter has taken up running! She's downloaded a couch to 5K programme, and is thoroughly enjoying herself. And I'm going to take the credit for this! Yes I am! I like to think that because she's seen me going out for my run, come rain or shine for 12 years now, I've inspired her to do the same.
I love to see this result coming in!
Running by example
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Nicole Orriëns
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Nicole Orriëns
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Nicole Orriëns studeerde psychologie aan de Universiteit Utrecht. Sinds 2001 is ze fulltime blogger en eigenaar van Professional Blogging Services. Ze gebruikt haar achtergrond om praktische informatie voor dagelijks leven te delen. Nicole is getrouwd, moeder van vijf kinderen en woont op het Achterhoekse platteland. Achterhoekse platteland.
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That's awesome! My kids never really took to running, but they both incorporate regular exercise into their daily routine. I like to think it's because we set an example for them. I have learned through my 21+ yrs of being a parent that what you DO makes a much bigger impression on them than what you SAY.
Good job setting such a good example!
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