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As parents it is well to be aware of the tendency to equate energetic activity with contest. Our children's worth does not dependon their ability to trounce one another. And surely we can find ways of frolicking and being healthy and active together in some joyful, free way that is not an adversary relationship.

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As parents it is well to be aware of the tendency to equate energetic activity with contest. Our children's worth does not dependon their ability to trounce one another. And surely we can find ways of frolicking and being healthy and active together in some joyful, free way that is not an adversary relationship.

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A sense of worthiness is a child's most important need.

Polly Berrien Berends

The secret is to learn to sit at the feet of your own life and be taught by it.

Polly Berrien Berends

If your children see that you are seeking, they will seek-the finding part is up to God.

Polly Berrien Berends

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Polly Berrien Berends

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