What Kind of World Do I Want My Kids to Live In?

I am the father of two young kids. Like many parents to their children,  they mean the world to me. Call me selfish, but I want the best for them. As their dad,  I want to do all I can to ensure that they get something as close to it as possible.

I want them to grow up in a just world. I know that this world is far from perfect, but I want them to have a fair one. One where they have a fair shot at being successful at life.  I am aware of the inequities that plague our society, and I want my kids to be able to navigate through them. I also hope that the inequities I faced growing up will be better for them as they get older. If they know justice, then they can say that they’ve had a just life. 

I want them to know the beauty in this world. I’ve seen the breathtaking beauty of our beaches, mountains, deserts, and other natural wonders. I want them to experience all the natural beauty that is on this planet. Not only do I want them to know the physical beauty of nature, but also the beauty of humanity. I want them to experience true compassion and kindness. I want them to experience all the various forms of love. I want them to have friends, best friends, family ties, and lots of people who love them. Life is an art. They should be able to create beauty within it. 

I also want them to know peace in their lives. I will be happy if they are able to have peace of mind, peace of heart, and (most optimistically) world peace. I know that there is no way I can guarantee that they will have peace of mind, but I will try to teach them to skills and tools needed for them to obtain it. I’ve been trying to develop their emotional intelligence by teaching them to be aware of how they’re feeling and understand why they’re feeling that way. They will also know how to coexist and interact well with various people of different socioeconomic backgrounds and lifestyle experiences. They will know that all people have value and worth, especially them.

Roderick Conwi is the Executive Editor at Nourishment Notes. He is also the author of The Procrastinator's Quick Guide To Getting It Done. To get powerful insights that enhance your day, join his free newsletter.