First, we need to have an accurate understanding of the meaning of tolerance. It doesn’t mean agreeing with every viewpoint or staying quiet in the face of one’s own convictions.

Traits of Compassionate Kids

The only thing that can overcome a world where bullying, hatred, and just plain meanness is commonplace are COMPASSION. Encourage your kids to put themselves in others’ shoes before they criticize. And, if they have nothing good to say, say nothing at all. Always look for the good and give praise. This is HARD sometimes. It’s a lot easier to find fault. No one is perfect. Stop & think before you speak.