The Undervalued Power of Women as Mothers

Mothers have tremendous power to shape the habits of thought, feeling, and action of our children—and thus, collectively, the future of humanity.

The genuine love and warmth from a mother in a child’s early years is vital to a lifetime of health and happiness. Julie Johnson/Unsplash

“Woman, how divine your mission, Here upon our natal sod; Keep—oh, keep the young heart open Always to the breath of God! All true trophies of the ages Are from mother-love impearled, For the hand that rocks the cradle Is the hand that rules the world.” —From “The Hand That Rocks the Cradle” by William Ross Wallace

In the theater of life, the role of a mother is a godlike one, as she shapes her children in her own image. They watch her every gesture, tone of voice, and expression with loving attention. Then they copy, a bit awkwardly but with sincere devotion. Even on her bad days, they love her unconditionally. To them she is divine—all that is good and right.