Five Strategies for Raising Strong, Successful Children
As parents, we hope to raise our children to become strong, successful, contributing members of society.
How is success measured? Some would say it is graduating from college, being an entrepreneur, having healthy relationships with others, having an excellent work ethic, having a strong sense of self, or a combination of things.
Below are five strategies for raising outstanding adults ::
Promote their interests. Even when you do not understand their interests, showing your support is instrumental. Show your interest by asking questions or going to their performances. This will encourage them to develop their talents to their fullest potential.
Open Lines of Communication. Ensuring your children know your door is always open is key to raising well-adjusted children. Letting your children know they can come to you without fear of judgment and can always rely on you to be a sounding board fosters strong social skills.
You get a chore. You get a chore. I grew up in a house where chores were the norm. If my sister and I did not pitch in with the laundry or cleaning up, it would not be done, and there would be consequences. I am very grateful that my parents instilled a sense of independence and self-sufficiency in me, and I have instilled those feelings in my children.
Failure is par for the course. Teaching children that mistakes are inevitable and an opportunity to learn and grow from them is paramount. Children raised with a positive modern mindset are more likely to adapt to trials, learn from their mistakes, and persevere through difficult things. Parents should not push for perfection from their children but instead, challenge them to be their best selves and reach their full potential.
Raising strong children is not a walk in the park, but watching your children reach their goals is so rewarding.
By promoting their interests, having open lines of communication, teaching responsibility with chores, and fostering a positive modern mindset, parents can provide the tools to help their children become accomplished adults.
