Some years ago, sociologists and child psychologists made an interesting discovery. Contemporary thought assumed that putting fences around playgrounds made children feel restricted in their recreation. And based on that theory it was decided to remove the fences so children wouldn\u2019t feel confined. To the astonishment of the experts, the opposite effect occurred. Researchers found that children became more inhibited in their activities. They tended to huddle towards the middle of the playground and exhibited signs of insecurity. Interestingly, when the fences were replaced, the children once more played with great enthusiasm and freedom. <\/p>\n
What\u2019s the lesson here? We all need boundaries\u2014something to define the limits of safety and security. Whereas the \u2018experts\u2019 theorised that boundaries restrict creativity, children on the playground proved that we need a clear understanding of what\u2019s safe and acceptable in order for ingenuity and inventiveness to flourish. That means your children will flourish and you\u2019ll function better as a parent when guidelines are clearly communicated, and the consequences for not following them are completely understood. <\/p>\n
There\u2019s a humorous story of a father who gave his sixteen-year-old son his first car. Before handing him the keys, he said, \u2018This is a magic car, Son.\u2019 <\/p>\n
\u2018Really?\u2019 the boy replied. <\/p>\n
\u2018Yeah,\u2019 answered his dad. \u2018One speeding ticket\u2014and it will disappear!\u2019 <\/p>\n
And if you buy a car for your<\/i> child, it should be a \u2018magic\u2019 car too. <\/p>\n
Bottom line: God sets the rules for success in life, and He rewards those who honour them. In the words of Scripture: \u2018Study this Book of Instruction continually\u2026 obey everything written in it\u2026 then will you prosper and succeed in all you do.\u2019<\/i> (Joshua 1:8 NLT)<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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