Mothers: The Most Important People in the World
Mother’s Day is coming up. Be sure to take the time to recognize the most important person in the world.
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Introduction
If there is something we all have in common, it’s that we all have a mother. I hope you are aware that Mother’s Day is coming up, and you are preparing to recognize and honor your mother as the most important person in the world.
I’m going to spend a little time explaining why she is so important, just to highlight all the reasons. There are those who are estranged from their mother, and we’ll talk a bit about that as well. If that is the case, I’ll encourage you to recognize and honor your mother just the same.
Why mothers are so important
You may not need me to tell you what I’m about to tell you about mothers and why they are so important. I’ll err on the side of repeating it because it’s that important. Here they are:
Our mothers gave us life. None of us would be here, and this reason alone is enough to thank and honor our mothers.
A mother is the emotional backbone of the family. They help us with our feelings and try to prevent us from getting hurt. In short, they listen and have empathy.
Mothers provide a way to heal our physical and emotional wounds. There is a certain physical and emotional safety in a mother holding their small child.
A mother sacrifices to make our lives better. Think about this one for a minute, and I’ll bet you can come up with a number of examples of the truth of it.
Mothers forgive us. Typically, unconditionally. If your mother needs your forgiveness, please be sure to give it to her.
Mothers support us. It could be our quest to climb the highest mountain, and when we go, she will pack a lunch and remind us to change our underwear.
Our mothers set boundaries for us that help and protect us. Whether she is telling us to do our homework, not allowing us to go out, or cautioning us about our friends, she has our best interests at heart.
Mothers see and hear everything. They know when we are not telling her the truth. I’m still trying to figure out how they do this, but they just can. And it’s all for our own good.
Moms brought us into adulthood. We may not have understood it, but she did. Think of the mother robin; she knows exactly when to push her chick out of the nest when it’s time to support itself.
Moms make us feel good. It could be smiling at us, giving us a hug. Maybe she ironed your school clothes or bathed you when you were grubby (Note 1).
I’ll bet you have your own reasons that you could add to this list. If your mother happened to be a single mom, she would be an extra special person. If your mother worked while you were young, she was a superwoman. If your mother made meals for the family every day, washed your clothes, picked up your mess, and made your bed, she did it for you and to teach you, whether you recognized it or not. Yes, your mom was special.
What to do if your mother was not part of your life
If your mother was not, or is not, part of your life, Mother’s Day can be complicated. Obviously, I’m not a medical doctor, psychologist, or therapist. But I have been around the block a few times. I’m now going to discuss some options for what to do if this is the case. Of course, if this is your situation, then you really don’t need me giving advice, but I might suggest reading on because there may be a nugget for you to grab. Here we go:
Forgive your mother unconditionally. Yes, I put this one right up front because this is the most difficult, but the best option. Forgiveness is an unconditional act based upon God’s grace. As believers, our faith demands that we forgive others just as God forgave us as sinners (Matthew 6:14-15). Should we choose to forgive, we free ourselves of pent-up pain, bitterness, and other emotions we carry around by keeping hurt inside. Your mother may not accept your forgiveness, at least initially, but you will feel better for offering it. That is the worst-case situation. The best case is that your forgiveness is accepted, and the relationship is restored. I understand you may have a fear of rejection, but I happen to believe the upside opportunity outweighs that fear.
Perhaps all you can muster is a phone call, a card, or flowers. A simple acknowledgement. This is a good option if that is all that is possible.
Perhaps it is just not possible to honor your mother because of physical, mental, or other reasons. Consider honoring other mother figures in your life, such as a grandmother, aunt, stepmother, or just a friend or acquaintance who is a mother. There is absolutely no downside to this action at all, and only good can come of it.
If you are not able to do any of the above options, perhaps reflection and thinking about what kind of parent you want to be, what other kinds of relationships you want to build or perhaps just a consideration of how you can let go of any anger or resentment.
Do nothing. This is an option, of course, and maybe for now it is all that is possible.
Summary
I hope you have a healthy relationship with your mother and take some time this year to honor her. If you do not, or perhaps are not able, to have this relationship, I would ask you to ponder whether there is something you can do to help change that.
If you are a mother, I wish you a happy Mother’s Day! You deserve it as the most important person in the world!
That’s all for today!
Mothers Are the Most Important People in the World
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Call to Action
Visit or call your mom. You will be glad you did.
Recommended Resources
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Notes
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Top 10 Reasons Why Moms Are Important, Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/emotional-fitness/201305/top-10-reasons-why-moms-are-important
Everyday Cooking for Everyday People Like Us, by David Giustozzi: https://amzn.to/437OhVQ
Achieve Your Dreams: A Complete Guide to Live Your Best Life by David Giustozzi: https://amzn.to/3IxEFgy