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The Lion, The Fox, And The Ass; an Aesop’s Fable

April 5, 2011 | Leave a Comment

The Lion, the Fox, and the Ass formed a party to go hunting.  After a successful hunt the three celebrated over a hearty meal.  The Lion asked the Ass to divide up the booty.  The Ass divided the proceeds into three equal parts and asked his friends to choose their portions.  The Lion, in great indignation, tore the Ass to pieces.  he then asked the Fox to divide the booty.  the Fox gathered almost everything into one pile, leaving only a tiny bit for himself.  “Oh, friend,” said the Lion, “who taught you to make so equitable a division?”

Happy is the man who learns from the misfortunes of others.

Lion & Fox Aesop's Fables

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How would you use this fable to teach your children?

Brian
Brian

Brian is the founder of Kids Ain’t Cheap and is now sharing his journey through parenthood.

 
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Basic Principles Of Good Parenting

Here some basic principles for good parenting:

  1. What You Do Matters: Your kids are watching you. So, be purposeful about what you want to accomplish.
  2. You Can’t be Too Loving: Don’t replace love with material possessions, lowered expectations or leniency.
  3. Be Involved Your Kids Life: Arrange your priorities to focus on what your kid’s needs. Be there mentally and physically.
  4. Adapt Your Parenting: Children grow quickly, so keep pace with your child’s development.
  5. Establish and Set Rules: The rules you set for children will establish the rules they set for themselves later.  Avoid harsh discipline and be consistent.
  6. Explain Your Decisions: What is obvious to you may not be evident to your child. They don’t have the experience you do.
  7. Be Respectful To Your Child: How you treat your child is how they will treat others.  Be polite, respectful and make an effort to pay attention.
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