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The year 2020 was a challenging year for the whole world. We were struck with a global pandemic that disrupted everyday life and changed the entire world’s perspective on life. People lost jobs, money, and the lives of loved ones. We spent most of the year staying indoors and in lockdown. It was an unexpected turn of events, and my kids hated it for the most part. Schools and colleges shifted to online learning, and work-from-home became the new norm. The effects of the coronavirus might have been disastrous, but it reminded me to slow down and appreciate what I have. It taught me life lessons, and I want to share them with my kids. So, here are 9 things that 2020 taught me that I want my kids to know:
1. Be Grateful Everyday
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One of the most important things I learned in 2020 was to be grateful for everything I have. It is easy to forget the countless blessings we have in our lives, but I want my kids to know that there are several reasons to have gratitude every day.
2. Letting Go
We get so caught up in our struggles in life that we forget to appreciate the good things. 2020 taught me that some things are not in my control, and it’s best to let them go. We tend to worry and stress about things that we cannot do anything about, and I want my kids to know that.
3. Don’t Take Anything For Granted
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We are so caught up in our day-to-day lives that we forget what’s important. We often take our loved ones for granted because we don’t realize the value of our relationships. 2020 reminded me to never take anything for granted because it can be taken away in the blink of an eye.
4. Learn The Art Of Patience
Patience is an important virtue. 2020 taught me to be patient with myself and the people around me. It’s easy to lose your cool when things don’t go as per your plan, but like they say, good things take time, and patience is the only way.
5. Family Comes First
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People often take family for granted. In 2020, people realized the true value of family. They are the ones who are there for you, in good times and in bad. They’ll always have your back, and in 2020, we had the chance to spend quality time with them.
6. The Importance Of Mental Health
There is a hush-hush attitude around the topic of mental health. It has been taboo for a long time, but people realized the importance of taking care of one’s mental health. Being forced to stay indoors played a significant role, and I want my kids to remember that a healthy body is incomplete without a healthy mind.
7. Saving Money Is Important
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Life is unpredictable, and you never know what is in store for you. 2020 taught me that saving money for a rainy day is essential to living a peaceful and secure life. I want my kids to learn that saving money is a healthy habit that will allow them to become financially responsible.
8. Self-care Is A Priority
2020 taught me that self-care is a priority, not a privilege. Take the time out to care for yourself, and don’t be afraid to put yourself first. You cannot pour from an empty cup, so you need to make sure your cup is full.
9. Prayer Is Powerful
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No matter who or what you believe in, taking a few minutes of the day to humble yourself in prayer is a great way to spend on self-reflection. It helps you stay positive and keeps you calm. It gives you tranquility and serenity and helps you irrespective of what happens around you.
2020 may not have been a good year for the world, but the life lessons will serve to make us better people. It brought our awareness to what’s more important in our lives and showed us that everything is temporary in this world. What are the most important life lessons you learned in 2020? Comment below and let us know.
