Be The Example

Sometimes we are looking to follow in others footsteps, waiting for them to lead the way. If everyone follows in each others footsteps there won't be a leader and we'll be walking in circles.

Yesterday we were watching the football game with my nieces. Sitting at the table in front of us were a plethora of snack options to pick from: Chips, pretzels, meatballs, chicken sandwiches, and cookies. I tried to offer my youngest niece (under 10 years) a meatball but she claimed she didn't like meatballs and only wanted chips. She must have noticed everyone else was eating the meatballs because a couple minutes later she asked to try a piece. Then she asked for her own plate of meatballs. 

What can we learn from this? Children are impressionable, sure, but I believe it has to be a more generic statement than that. PEOPLE are impressionable. Why do you think a common saying is, "We are like the people we associate ourselves with"? 

Today I have chosen to BE the example.  

I will follow through with my decisions.

I will do as I say, and say as I do. 

I will live the life I intend. 

I will be there for others as I would want them to be there for me. 

I will follow my own advice.

What Example will you set for the people around You?