I hear “Mom, when are we going to watch a movie?” I promised my kids that I would take care of some other tasks and then we would watch a movie. They don’t forget. When I make a promise to my kids, it is wise to keep it.
They will begin to mistrust me, if I don’t follow through with what I say I am going to do. Not only does this impact them now, it will impact them as adults.
I said that we would make brownies. They made sure that I made them. I am sure they are watching the oven. Trust is key in most relationships. It is earned.
When you do what you say you are going to do, people will trust you. Right now, it is imperative that my kids trust me. I belong to several groups. I make it imperative to do what I say that I am going to do. This accountability helps with leadership.
I am teaching my kids or maybe they are teaching me by holding me accountable. I hear the timer going off now. The brownies are done, and I get to watch a movie with my kids. I am also creating a good basis for trust in future generations.