For and with each other

"For and with each other.

That's what it looks like at our house. Sunday morning, Sem and I together at the kitchen table. The books are open: we're practicing for his French test. Some things he finds difficult. When you try hard and it doesn't work right away, that can be frustrating. So we take our time.

We search for answers together and encourage each other. I help him, but I also keep learning myself. Children teach you how important patience is, how to give trust, and how to let someone feel that they don't have to do it alone. I often tell Sem: you climb a mountain step by step. You don't have to reach the top all at once. Keep trying, even when it feels hard for a while. I can't make his test for him. But I can sit next to him, think along with him, and show him that I am proud of his effort, and that is resilience. Good luck today, Sem. Believe in yourself, take your time too, and think it through.

Whatever ends up on paper: I am proud of you. And to everyone: have a wonderful week. Look out for one another, show ownership, and help each other move toward our shared goal.#Together #Ownership #Connection #PUTITON