It would be a mistake to think that there is nothing that our toddlers cannot teach us, yet, this is a mistake that a lot of people make. Toddlers are children, and young children, so while it may be true that they are not going to be able to teach us long division or geometry, they have more than that to offer.

We can learn so much about life from toddlers. There is a reason why many state that we should all start to see the world through the eyes of children. That is because they are innocent, honest, and vulnerable. They see the world through a lens that is not fogged up by expectations and stress, and there is always something to learn.

Other than the odd tantrum and meltdown, toddlers seem to always be happy. They find joy in the smallest things, and parents can often look at them and wonder what they have to be so happy about. However, parents can also learn a lot about happiness from their toddlers. They can learn how to live a happy life, and how to spread it to others.

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They Get More Sleep

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While not all toddlers sleep through the night, and there are some that have a rare rough night, they usually get quite a bit of sleep at night. According to Mom, toddlers will sleep about 11 to 14 hours a day, and we can learn something from that. Getting the right amount of sleep can make all the difference when it comes to happiness, and parents can learn that they should be putting their sleep as a priority and going to bed a bit earlier.

They Express Emotions

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According to Romper, toddlers are not afraid to show their emotions, and this could be a secret to being happier overall. Unlike adults, toddlers do not hold their emotions in, they let it all out. This may come in the form of a tantrum, but they are not afraid to cry, yell or scream. While adults know not to throw tantrums, they can learn from toddlers that they need to express their emotions, and not hide them away. This can go a long way to taking weight off their chest and making sure they are happier.

Take More Risks

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It is easy to look at a toddler and think that they don’t fear anything, and while that may be true, this also leads them to more risk-taking behavior, and that may be a part of their secret to happiness, according to INC. Adults can be more cautious when it comes to taking risks, and most of the time it is for good reason, but there may be something to say about taking some of those risks.

Toddlers are curious, and they are always learning, and this is something that adults should remember to try occasionally. While mom and dad may not want to take a risk by gambling away their life savings but go on that adventure, and just let everything happen as it is meant to happen.

Sources: Mom, Romper, INC