PEACE is not a want it is a need. PEACE first is imperative in the home. It gives the child/children assurance to move without hesitation. Allowing peace in the home gives the child/children a voice in society.
According to the 2019 Department of Justice Statistics Report, 1 in every 10 children in America experience some violence in their home or in a relatives home. Various factors contribute to factors impact a child’s ability to mentally and emotionally process violence abuse.
Without trials there is not Victory. As families mature in their walk with Peace and Joy multiplies. As our families grow, they will notice the promise of peace that often carries a myriad of conditions.
Having family meetings brings a strong connection. During calm moments family can begin to work on difficult and sometimes life-altering circumstances. Having these meetings will allow the children to feel a part of the family. Also having these meetings can decrease sibling rivalries. Creating a non-violent home environment allows each member of the family structure to be comfortable to speak and be honest with each member of the family.
Our children need to have a sacred place to have Peace. The home is where children learn the value of Peace. To reinforce this value, parents must have respect for each family member. Peace is not taught by talking about it, it shown by leading by example. Having open communication also allows a child to have open opinions.
Home is where children find peace that teaches them to use their the Freedom of Speech. More communication and verbal positive language used a home teaches children how to communicate in their developmental years. Children learn by example and they often immolate what they see at home. Communicating with an object verses a verbal conversation in the home results in angry broken child.
Parents and adults must pay attention to the environment we are creating in our homes. Parents choices and actions have consequences that often optional. We have an option be a Peacemaker or a Trouble maker. Remember our children are taught by example.
Make every effort to live in peace with everyone and to not be afraid of living a full and meaningful life.
If you need further tips on Keeping The Peace in Your Home, write to: drsuzannemynettemayo@gmail.com.
Suzanne Mynette Mayo, Ph.D.
Lecturer, Family and Consumer Sciences Department,
Grambling State University, Grambling, LA
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