5 Good Life Lessons From Grandma

Grandmothers play a significant role in the lives of their grandchildren. Not only do they love and spoil them, most importantly, they help instill morals and values during childhood that still remain relevant to this day.  A grandmother’s words of wisdom are cherished even more as you get older and realize how they are all valid and true.

Listed are 5 good life lessons learned from grandma.

1. If you can’t say anything nice, don’t say anything at all.

This is a simple, but true phrase. Grandma always said that if you can’t say something that can help someone, it’s probably best not to say anything at all. When you think about, what’s the sense in saying something that you suspect will do more harm than good?  We must consider the feelings of others when we speak. Moreover, some things are just better left unsaid.

2. Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.

This is a biblical principle that is also referred to as the ‘golden rule’. It’s clearly stated, relevant and true. Grandma always said that you should treat others how you would want to be treated. This again involves having consideration for the feelings of others. You should never do something to someone that you would not be okay with if someone did it to you. True and wise words.

3. Manners and respect will take you through the world.

This is a figurative phrase with great significance. Grandma was saying that good manners and respect could create opportunities for you that might not otherwise be available. Simply put, it’s the foundation for success. Having these traits could create new opportunities for you or lead to advancement, all of which can help you to excel.

4. Don’t put off for tomorrow what could be done today.

Grandma would say this when someone was being lazy or procrastinating. If you had something on your agenda for today but you say that it could wait until tomorrow, grandma would say. ” Why put it off for tomorrow when it could be done today.” According to grandma, tomorrow could have its own set challenges. Doing it today is always best because you do not know what tomorrow may hold. Wise words from Grandma.

5. It’s not what you say, it’s how you say it.

This is an important phrase with great relevance. As you get older, you realize how this phase applies. Grandma’s words are a reminder that what you say can be interpreted differently. The tone of your words can be a driving factor in how a message is interpreted. Simply put, the words you speak can be taken out of context due in part to the tone you use to relay it. We should pay attention to how our messages are passed along to so that they stand a better chance of being interpreted correctly. Well said grandma.

Conclusion

Whether grandma is still alive, or is dearly departed, her words of wisdom will always hold a special place in our hearts. We were gifted with cherished life lessons that we can teach our own children allowing these lessons to be passed on for generations to come.

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~ In loving memory of AMM ~