7. Not being self-conscious

Toddlers do not care about how they look. They do not mind being naked. They will not hold themselves back. They will sing, and jump and shout as they feel.

Lesson: Spend less time worrying about what other people think of you and enjoy life.

8. Be fearless and at the same time do not be afraid to show fear

My daughter will look at a gecko or a spider on the wall, and she will calmly point it to us. She will say hello when the gecko makes a noise. Babies are only born with two fears: loud noises and falling. Every other fear is learned.

As much as my daughter is bold, she will hide behind me if she is afraid of a new person we meet. There is no shame in fear.

Lesson: Accept fear but also challenge it.

Conclusion

After I became a mother, I wanted to be my best possible self so I can be a good example for my daughter. I soon found out that she is teaching me as much as I am teaching her.

Kids show us human nature, before all the social conditioning. They are a great inspiration for being yourself, staying in the moment and living life in the fullest.

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