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Welcome to another episode of *The Power Life Podcast*. I'm your host, Sabine Schoepke, and today, we're diving into a topic that's been on my mind lately. It's one that really struck a chord with me, and I feel it's something we all need to reflect on.
Recently, I witnessed something that deeply disturbed me, and it inspired this episode. We're talking about the impact we have on our youth – our children, our grandchildren. We know all too well how damaging the wrong programming can be. Many of us have battled those demons ourselves. This isn't about pointing fingers at parents or educators – I believe everyone does the best they can with what they know.
But here's the thing: a lot of the programming we received as children can be avoided today. We've grown, we've matured emotionally, and we have the power to pass on healthier beliefs to our youth.
Let me give you some examples that hit close to home. How many times have you heard, “Don’t cry. You're tougher than that”? I've heard it countless times. Even now, my parents still tell me not to show certain emotions because I'm supposed to be tough. We were taught that vulnerability is a weakness.
Then there's money shaming. Growing up, many of us were taught that showing success was bad. I remember my family hiding a nice car in the garage to avoid showing off. We were programmed to think that being successful or wealthy was something to be ashamed of.
And let's talk about worthiness and punishment. Being told you're unworthy or not whole because of a mistake can leave deep scars. Some of us were even told that God would punish us or that we were inherently flawed. It's so unfortunate.
Lastly, the definition of gender and relationship roles. So much of that programming has not served us well.
With what I know today, from my own experiences and from working with others, I'm very mindful of the concepts we pass on to our youth. These beliefs lay the foundation for their future struggles, choices, and ultimately, the kind of lives they will live.
Let me share a story with you. I was on a gondola heading to a mountaintop, sharing the ride with a young family – a mom, dad, and two kids, maybe 4 and 6 years old. As we ascended, the scenery was breathtaking: lush green mountainsides, cows and goats grazing, picturesque little rivers – straight out of a Heidi movie.
Then, one of the kids noticed a cow grazing alone. Both children immediately felt sorry for the cow, expressing their sadness that it was all alone. The parents joined in, saying, "Oh wow, poor cow, it’s all alone. It has no friends."
This went on for a few minutes, with the kids feeling sad and sorry for the cow's loneliness. I could hardly believe what I was hearing. These children were being programmed to equate being alone with being sad and lonely. Now, guess what they'll struggle with in the future? The belief that being alone means being unhappy and friendless. How awful is that? These parents were setting their kids up for a major struggle.
Don’t get me wrong. These parents seemed like kind, loving people who meant no harm. They had the best of intentions to make conversation with their kids while they were sitting in that gondola waiting to reach the mountain top. Especially after the little boy asked the dreaded question, “Are we almost there?” about two minutes into the ride. But, there was a clear lack of awareness about the damage they were inadvertently causing.
Many of us – myself included – have struggled with being alone. With feeling lonely. We use all sorts of distractions to avoid the pain of being alone. For me, it was being a workaholic, drinking too much, making choices I would never have made if I hadn’t felt so lonely.
While for many of us, being alone is rather temporary, it is really an opportunity to focus on ourselves as individuals. To get creative and actually enjoy our alone time. So when I witnessed this scene in the gondola, it really struck me how important it is to be aware and mindful about the impact we have on our youth.
How about we teach our children and grandchildren that being alone doesn't mean being lonely? That solitude can be a beautiful gift. It's the birthplace of creativity and inner growth. We are whole and happy, even when we are alone. And even in our solitude, we are connected and loved. Depending on where you are in your life, this conversation will look different for each of us. But what I'm referring to is the general attitude and perspective we convey to those who are so impressionable.
It was tough for me to sit there and not say anything. Instead of starting an argument with those parents – who would likely have told me it was none of my business how they talked to their kids or raised them – I decided to bring this up here, in today's episode, simply to raise awareness among a larger audience who, like me, is open and receptive to emotional wellbeing for ourselves and others.
This incident is just one example of the impact we have on the emotional and spiritual wellbeing of our youth, but there are countless topics like this where we can make a difference. Let's start by reflecting on the issues we've struggled with and the inner work we've done. Then, practice awareness when opportunities arise to steer conversations towards more valuable directions.
If we want to make life a little easier for our kids and grandkids, to raise emotionally intelligent and healthy children, let's practice awareness. Let's live by example and share our insights. Remember, it's not just about protecting our children from physical harm, but also about empowering them emotionally with the right perspectives and understanding for a more fulfilling and happier life.
So, this week, be mindful of this transformative phase of our lives, that’s enriched by our personal journeys and emotional evolution, and how it gifts us the power to profoundly shape the lives of the younger generation. Let's explore how our experiences, wisdom, and heartfelt actions can inspire and uplift the youth around us.
I thank you for joining me today and giving me the opportunity to share my thoughts with you. Until next time, be kind to yourselves and each other.