Lead by example
Mother's Day dates back to the era of the Ancient Greek and Romans with a celebration called Mothering Sunday. One of the most important things I have learned from my mom is the concept of "leading by example." She has always told me that I must make my own way and lead others to goodness. How does an 11 year old do that? Thanks to my mom...when I told her I thought we should start a non profit organization, she helped me to research and Caring Crowns 4 A Cause was born. Why stop there?
I wanted my volunteers to have the highest recognition for all their hard work and CC4AC, an Official Certifying Organization for the Presidential Volunteer Service Award. Volunteering is one of my favorite ways to lead others to volunteering, but it is so much more than that.
I have watched my mom "lead by example" and therefore, setting an example is an everyday occurrence whether I am in school, home, or at the mall hanging out with my friends. If another student falls down at recess, I will immediately go help them and ask if they are okay.
My hope is that my peers will follow my lead and not be mean in a situation that is easy for kids to be cruel. At home, I have a little brother and I MUST show him how to be respectful, listen, and be helpful. My parents work hard to provide all the things we need and we must always show how thankful we are for what we have.
My favorite place to lead by example is in public places(because it normally shocks people). My brother and I are always holding doors open for others and thanking people for their service from waitresses to custodians.
One of my favorite examples is, one day we were at the movies and I followed an elderly lady out of the restroom. I noticed she had a paper toilet seat cover hanging off her pants. I said excuse me, pulled her aside and told her. I can honestIy say that I have never seen someone so grateful! Leading by example is so much more than volunteering or even acts of kindness...it is being a kind and courteous person everyday to all people you encounter! No matter your age, the smallest gesture can lead others to do the same. I want to thank all the mothers, grandmothers and women for all you do! My path as a teen and then adult will be easier because of all the amazing women that have been role models and have truly "LEAD BY EXAMPLE"!
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By Miah Green
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