How can I humble myself ?

Question

I believe it's important to be humble, and I want to show my son a good example of a humble person . What kind of things should I show him that would be humbling for me ? What's part of being humble ? What ISN'T part of being humble ? A child should be respectful and
obedient . What else should people see in my son if he becomes a humble person ?

Answer 1

Humility is a quality or characteristic ascribed to a person who is considered to be humble. A humble person is generally thought to be unpretentious and modest: someone who does not think that he or she is better or more important than others. The concept of humility in various religions is often much more precise and extensive. Humility is not to be confused with humiliation, which is the act of making someone else feel ashamed, and is something completely different.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Humility

Answer 2

Well, I've found that if you want to become humbled (not saying that I am), a good first step is to realize our imperfections and sins. Then, admit them to God, ask forgiveness, and turn completely away from them. Realize how small you and I are compared to God and that throughout our lives, He has provided for us and has known us even before we were in our mother's womb. If you study the book of John in the Bible, it may give you more insight. God bless and I'll pray that your son grows up to know the Lord and is humbled.

Answer 3

Being humble is like the woman who washed the feet of Jesus in the home of Simon....my pastor talked about this she stood behind Him but she was obviously on the floor to wash His feet with her tears....He said she was standing behind...the focus was never to be on her...she stepped into the background so He could be in the forefront.....in modern life that would be like making sure you aren't in the limelight...letting others take credit, even if you're the one the did the work.....The Lord will honor what you have done....no need to point it out...and not getting upset about being in the background.

Answer 4

I don't know what to say in that respect because I really don't agree with you. I don't believe that children shoud be respectful and obedient. They are children. They are going to make mistakes like everyone else, and they should be free to make their own opinions and choices (as well as mistakes) without being judged by their parents.

I grew up in a very closed box kind of family. It was dark in there, and if we peeked out we were beat back in. We were expected to be respectful and obedient and it was a terrible existence. It drove me into a deep depression by my early teens.

I respect that it is your decision to raise your child how you wish. But for the sake of your child, please don't put them in that box.

Answer 5

I think the ability to admit to your shortcomings is the best example of humility that you can teach to your children. Let him see that sometimes you are wrong. Obviously, arrogance would be the opposite of humility and would be a good example not to set.

Answer 6

You should put others first.

But, as a Parent, you have to set limits on Kids or they will become spoiled and wild!

Peace!

Answer 7

Don't "toot your own horn." Let others talk about your accomplishments.
Practice random acts of kindness and do not tell anyone about them.
Esteem others first and always.

Answer 8

basically being nice. have respect and manners. compassion for others. not saying anything if you have nothing better to say. be the least selfish as you can be.

Answer 9

Just be nice ;-)