Nov 20, 2018
Whenever I hear about families that are creating humanitarian kits for kids in South America, sewing quilts for people in Africa, or serving at the local soup kitchen, I always say, “I want our family to be one of THOSE families.” But, when it really comes down to it, I feel overwhelmed and never really know where to begin. This week we bring back Merrilee Boyack! Merrilee has a passion for serving. She and her family have made helping other a priority in her family. This culture of service has had a lasting impact on her children. Merrilee has noticed how giving can unify a family, build leadership skills and build self confidence in children. Here is what we talked about in this incredible and inspiring interview:
- Where Merrilee learned to serve and why she implemented it in her own family.
- The effect service can have on our families
- How to START teaching our kids to serve
- Simple ways to teach little kids to serve
- How to help introverted kids to serve others. “The quiet servers”
- What to do when our kids don’t want to serve
- Leadership skills are built when our kids plan to serve
- How to plan service into family time
- Doing service with immediate recognitions versus silent service
- The importance of teaching kids WHY we serve
- Celebrating vs rewarding children for time spent serving
- Inviting extended family members to get involved
- Where can our listeners find out more about you and purchase your books?
Mom Squad Challenge:
- If you have young children: Have a family meeting and pick one service you can do within your family
- If you have children 8 and older: Have YOUR CHILDREN PICK one thing you can do in the community
- If you have adult children and extended family: Pick one thing your extended family can do to change the world
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