Steemit Challenge Season 35 - Week 1| One small habit my mother taught me!

So I am participating in the season 35 of the engagement challenge with some questions initiated by our friend @suboohi.

I love the simplicity of her questions and how it reminded me of memories from back then...

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On habit my mom taught me while growing up that I still practice today is doing house chores, as a girl child. It might sound so ordinary, but looking back, I realise it was one of the most valuable things gained from her.

Growing up, my mother never allowed us to treat housework as something meant for one person. We had responsibilities around the house and everyone is expected to contribute in one way or another. Be it seeping, washing, fetching water, cleaning the surrounding, or helping with other activities,,, there was always somthing to do!

As children, there were times we’d thought that playing was more interesting and valuable than doing chores. Sometimes I would prefer to sit down in the living room, cross my legs as I watch the TV, than pick up a broom or wash pile of dirty plates.

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But my mother made me understood that keeping the home clean was part of our discussion. At that time, I didn’t fully understand why she was so particular about it, but I knew what certain things had to be done before one could relax.

As I grew older, I began to see the importance of that training. I realised that doing house chores was more that cleaning, it was discipline, responsibility, independence and consideration for other people.

Today, even when I am busy, I find it difficult to feel relaxed in an untidy environment. I naturally want to clean up, arrange things and make my environment more presentable. That’s why my friend would always call me a “workaholic.” It has become my lifestyle that I don’t have to be reminded before doing them.

Yes, this simple actions has taught me not to look down on domestic responsibilities. No matter how busy, successful or wealthy a person becomes, knowing how to take care of their environment is a plus (+).

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If I have the opportunity to raise children, I would teach them these actions and it’s important. I want them to understand that helping around the house is not punishment. It is a simple way to learn how to care for themselves and others too.

Sometimes, the lessons our parents teach us may seem small, while we are growing up, but their value becomes clearer as we mature. I may not remember all the instructions my mother gave to me as a child, but this particular habit has stayed with me and I am grateful for that.

Some of the best lessons in life are taught through everyday activities, and doing house chores and doing them well is one lesson I will continue to be grateful to my mother!

I invite @pandora2010 @eliany @mariami