Mentoring relationships
Mom used to say, "Do as I say, not as I do," on occasion. Did you ever hear that adage growing up? It kind of confused me, because I always wondered why I had to do something differently than what I saw being done. What I didn't understand was the differences between age and privilege. For example, when mom said it was bedtime, I balked. Why? Dad and mom were staying up late and got to watch more TV than I did! So, of course, I questioned it! I wanted the privilege which came from being an adult, but I was only a child. We are kind of like that at times, wanting more privileges, but not recognizing either the danger associated with them, or the responsibility which comes with those privileges. Mom and Dad were adults - they chose their own bedtime. They had the responsibility to rise as the alarm sounded - ready to start their day. They also had the responsibility of ensuring I got enough sleep to be at my best for my studies ...