The Proverbs 31 Girl Is...Caring

As a girl, it is likely that you will someday be a mother. Maybe you want to, maybe you don't. But for many girls, the desire to have someone else to take care of is wired into them as much as their hair and eye color.

And this natural ability to take care of others is something that the Proverbs 31 girl embraces.

Proverbs 31:27-28 says, "She looks well to the ways of her household and does not eat the bread of idleness. Her children rise up and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her..."

Even as a teenage girl, you can still show this kind of care for others.

• Do chores around the house to help your parents (and get experience for when you have a house of your own!).
• Babysit for people you know or your own siblings to practice caring for children. Actually play and interact with them, don't just let them watch TV while you surf the internet on your phone. 
• Speaking of siblings, spend time with them. Be their role model. Play with them, give them advice, and comfort them when they are upset.

As you can see, it isn't hard to care for others, even as a teenager when you don't have kids of your own. Pay attention to the needs of those around you and try to meet them when you can. It's that simple!

What do you think? Is caring for others something that comes naturally to you, or do you need more practice? Will you give the tips above a try?