When we like someone, we appreciate their presence in our lives. We tend to like people we approve of, those whose conduct we trust. Likeable people usually demonstrate maturity, dependability, and thoughtfulness. Sometimes, we like others because they’re funny, help us relax, or share our interests and beliefs.
So, does this sound like your child?
When a person’s movements flow like water, they are said to be graceful. When a person’s heart and mind collaborate in time, they are infused with grace. Those in a state of grace are often absent of fear. Even while accepting a perilous reality, they are emotionally unaffected by it. In moments of grace, we are clear of unrelated thoughts, the mind is completely absorbed in its current reality.
Being able to observe life from multiple perspectives deepens understanding, increases tolerance, and diminishes biases. Awareness that our knowledge and understanding of life’s complexities is fairly limited, motivates us to seek different points of view.