playing nice

Why do we adults forget about “playing nice?”  I mean we teach our children its importance all the time.

“Amanda, you need to play nice.”

“Bobby, stop that and play nice.”

I guess when we grow up we become sophisticated and call it something else. But it’s still playing nice.

When we tell our children to play nice, what do we mean?

I think we mean we want our children to take turns, to share, be fair, no shoving or hitting, no tattling. Did I miss something?

So how should adults play nice?

adults playing nice

→ Adults take turn by letting each person have their opportunity to speak.

→ Adults share their possessions as needed. They share their time and attention.

→ Adults play fair by not using politics to further their career. By not using people to climb the                                                                   ladder. By not lying to get their own way.

→ Adults don’t shove or hit with their words or prejudices.

→ Adults don’t point out others mistakes in order to cover their own.

So, can’t we all just learn to play nice?

Rebecca

Hi. I'm so glad you're here. My blog focuses on faith and mental health issues such as mood disorders like depression, anxiety, and dysthymia (chronic low moods that don't qualify as depression.) I post DIY and decorating projects when I can. My book, "Depression Has A Big Voice. Make Yours Bigger! (Expanded Edition), is on sale at all online retailers. I have a Psychology degree and post-graduate courses in Clinical Pastoral Education. I am a former hospital chaplain, Bible teacher, and retreat/conference inspirational speaker. Thank you for visiting and may you feel God's presence today.

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