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“I was just chilling when my son wanted to tell me what he thinks about me,” the mom writes on Instagram. What followed was a candid reflection that left her—and all of her viewers—stunned.
When Instagram creator @queenn.gee sat down to relax, she had no idea her 7-year-old son was about to deliver a speech full of empathy, gratitude, and insight that many adults struggle to express.
While she was casually filming for memories, her son began sharing his thoughts about her parenting—reflecting on love, care, and responsibility in a way that immediately stopped her mid-scroll.
The reel has since resonated with viewers, racking up 282,000 views, and sparked conversations about the power of everyday modeling in raising emotionally intelligent children.
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A child’s heartfelt reflection: What he had to say
“Yes, you are a good mom. It’s not just about you taking care of me. It’s how you are—you show love, empathy, you are caring and you show kindness to others, and you are not quick to just blame others and not take responsibility of yourself.
You are a sweet and loving mom. You have a bright and shining heart for others and even me. You really love me, mom, and I really love you. And I think this is why God brought me and you together so we can have these time to talk to each other to express how we feel.
And how so that you can be in my life and I can be in your life. And also one thing I need to say is that you’re also someone who tries to take in your information and what you need instead of putting everything on me and be quick to worry about… You worry about yourself and then you’re there to help me and I appreciate that.”
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More than a cute clip
While the video is heartwarming, child development research shows that moments like these are meaningful indicators of early emotional growth. Children learn social-emotional skills by observing how adults express feelings, show empathy, and respond to others.
According to the NSPCC, securely attached children—those with consistent, responsive caregivers—are more likely to develop emotional intelligence, positive social skills, and resilience.
By modeling empathy, gratitude, and thoughtful Communication, parents help children internalize these behaviors, laying the foundation for emotional literacy and secure relationships. The mom is actively shaping her child’s ability to understand and express emotions—skills that will carry into adulthood.
What other parents are saying
Viewers quickly took to the comments, sharing how the video resonated with them. Many praised the child’s thoughtfulness and the mom’s approach to modeling empathy, with some noting how it inspired them to encourage similar conversations with their own children.
- “This baby is more emotionally intelligent than a lot of adults! Great job mommy!” — @katrinadayawn
- “Not only is he an eloquent speaker, he’s an active listener. Great job Mom!! What an extraordinary young man!!” — @judgelaurenlaketv
- “This is the type of parenting that the world needs right now! .” — @drcatriseaustin
- “He’s so thoughtful. Incredibly aware & present within himself. This is so beautiful .” — @kerihilson
Tips for nurturing empathy in young children
Small, everyday moments—like listening, helping, or expressing appreciation—teach children how to notice and respond to others’ feelings. These simple interactions give kids practice in empathy and set the stage for emotional growth over time.
- Narrate your own actions: Explain why you respond with care or patience.
- Validate feelings: Acknowledge both big and small emotions in your child.
- Provide opportunities for kindness: Encourage helping, sharing, or comforting others.
- Celebrate empathy: Recognize and positively reinforce caring behaviors.
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A reminder for parents
The mom’s choice to record the Interaction shows that parenting involves modeling values and creating space for children to express themselves. Her son’s words offer both validation and inspiration: even small, everyday gestures of love and empathy leave a lasting impact.
Source:
- NSPCC. 2018. “Attachment and child development.”