Being-an-example Quote by Richelle E. Goodrich
““Mind what you say, but mind more closely what you do. For though children close their ears to you, their eyes remain wide open.””
About This Quote
Source Book: “Parenting with Purpose” by Richelle E. Goodrich, 2014
Words are important, but actions speak louder; children notice behavior even when they ignore words.
In simple terms: Actions louder than words for children.
Model desired behavior.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- family life
- teaching
- leadership
- public speaking
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you align words and deeds?
- What habits do you model?
Children may misinterpret actions without context.