When it comes to helping others, we may have good intentions, but miss the mark. This inspired me to write and draw this “How to help your mom” cartoon.
We may get helpful advice such as, “Use your skills to help others.” But what if our skills aren’t really what the other person needs? Does this boy’s mom really want to know how to shoot hoops? Perhaps. But could a little help with the laundry be what she really needs?
How to Really Help Your Mom
Therefore, whether our mom is forty or eighty, there are really good ways to help the women who have done so much for us. All Pro Dad has ten good ways to make your Mother feel special. One of the tips is to help her with chores.
However, the mothers that I know are so selfless and have a hard time verbalizing how to really help them. Plus, they may have a certain way to do a chore that we need to be sensitive to. Let’s be sure to consider their wants and needs instead of adding more stress.
For those of us who are younger, HomeZada has five things you can do around the house to help Mom. The number one tip is the bane of kids and teenagers everywhere; clean your room!
Yet, we forget that when we take care of our areas, and our own messes, that can send a powerful message of love to our moms.
In conclusion, there are a lot of great tips on how to help your mom. But the best tip is to consider what she wants as opposed to what is easy for us. A little consideration goes a long way in showing love to those we hold dear.
Editor’s Note: I originally published this blog on October 6, 2015. I revamped and updated it for timeliness and comprehensiveness.
