Me? A Role Model?
And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. | Nelson Mandela
Whether you know it or not, you’re being watched.
It’s not just reality TV stars who have their every move recorded. The moment you bring a baby home from the hospital, a pair of little eyes is trained on you like a camera that never runs out of film. Children learn their first words, their first steps, and innumerable other things from mimicking their parents. When you become a parent, you become a role model.
But it doesn’t stop there. Teachers are role models for their students. Aunts and uncles are role models for their nieces and nephews. One mom and dad can be role models for all the neighborhood kids, and big brothers and sisters can be role models for their younger siblings. Role models are everywhere, and their positive or negative effect can influence the lives of those who are watching them.
You may have a past colored by regret, confusion, and problematic choices. You might worry about how your kids or those who look up to you have been affected by your life path. But the great news about being a role model is that it’s never too late to be a positive example. Your recovery journey is an incredibly beneficial step, not just for you, but for those you love. When they see you overcoming obstacles, handling temptations well and keeping up with your principles, they learn that they, too, can conquer any battle they’ll face. Your strength sets a precedent for their strength.
Your recovery is powerful. You might not even know they’re watching, but your kids, neighbors, friends and loved ones are inspired by your journey!
There are a lot of heroic people who contribute to a person’s recovery. Who’s your role model? What makes that person heroic? Visit us on Facebook and let us know!