Friday, February 11, 2011

The Stardust Within

The mind of a child is flawless and pure; the reflection of an untainted soul. Their innermost senses allow for the flow of waves, and while some waves come in larger than others, they learn how to deal and respond to them. A child's mind is fresh and new, with no concept of mistrust or negativity. Very rarely do they hold onto feelings of resentment. Grudges don’t exist in their world.  As parents, we can try to preserve this innocence – but only to a certain extent. We can’t cottonwool or protect our angels forever, and we cannot prevent them from experiencing the world.

When they’re of age, we send them to school – the ‘rat race’ as so many put it – and that’s where the contests begin. Outside influences soon determine their behaviours and the changes are evident every day. The world is harsh in this day and age, and as they grow into adults, they become competitive; some can become ruthless and greedy in a reach for stars that are sometimes unattainable.

Ambition is healthy. It's what gets people up in the morning. But failing to achieve can destroy self-confidence – and that’s where things can go wrong. Life is full of ups and downs, highs and lows, peaks and potholes – and our children need to be aware. While it is wonderful to dream and aim for the sky, there will be some dreams that won’t come to fruition.  We need to nurture and prepare young minds to accept that some goals aren't realistic. 

Why reach for the scarcest of stars,
when we should appreciate the star dust around us?
Some fallen stars may have landed in our pockets. 
We just need to stop and look inside. 

In searching for more, some neglect to notice what wonderful talents they already have – talents they are blessed with that should be encouraged. I believe when we are born, we are each given a star – it’s our job to polish it up, and help make it shine.

To know our talents, to realise and use them, can bring such contentment and joy. We should follow our instincts, no matter what age. Find what’s inside. Because some dreams were meant to be fulfilled.


9 comments:

  1. You have all these wonderful insights when it comes to raising your child. I only hope that I can remember it when I have children. :)

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  2. You definitely think the child mind is free and beautiful. I also agree with AubrieAnne's comment. You have a lot of wonderful insights

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  3. I am a mother of a young one and I love your view on raising children. It's only too easy for us to instill our own ambitions in our kids...I try very hard to let my girl be who she is freely. And that changes on a day to day basis but that's the beauty of childhood! They can do that cuz it's ok :) Lovely post!

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  4. Thank you for commenting AubrieAnne, Ree and D. There's no 'rule book' that comes with becoming a mother; no right or wrong. Hopefully in raising them gently, they will discover their paths by letting fate flow.

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  5. I can't have children, but if I could I'd endorse your ideology. A beautiful insight! Shah. X

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  6. Good morning! I know dtwilight might have already told you, but I just wanted to formally let you know that I have given you an award on my blog today! You can come and ckeck it out here...

    http://whosyoureditor.blogspot.com/2011/02/day-of-awards-2.html

    Have an amazing day, Moana!

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  7. Compelling thoughts on guiding a child and turning them toward the light of possibility and potential within them. To learn these things as a child is an especial gift.

    As you said..."no matter what age", reaching for the stars or checking our pockets for stardust, and learning to follow our instincts is valuable information.

    Great post! Thank you.

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  8. Thank you, Wild Magnolia. I like to think that we emerge a little more with each passing day.
    Blessings
    Moana

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  9. Thanks for stopping by, Erin. X

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