Ways and tips to raise caring and confident kids...
By amazingheart
@amazingheart (781)
Philippines
January 2, 2009 11:34pm CST
Have you ever had a ways of raising children so they will become caring and confident kids? Am not a parent yet, but if time comes I am sure I will do this ways by M.L. Galvez :)
1. Invest in quality time. It is the best way you can bond with them. These are the moments when your children get to know you and vice-versa. Instead of simply watching television together, do something active that stimulates creativity. Cook, read a book or play musical instrumental together.
2. Know when to say "NO"- Discipline must be taught at an early age, the foundation of children's values is built during the formative years. Children can manipulates adults. Explain to your children why you have say "no". Children are smarter than we give them credit for and they will understand what you are saying. If you give a consistent message, they will learn to respect your decision.
3. Be firm- When decision has been made, your children must learn to respect that. Do not give your children the opportunity to play favorites between parents.
4. Watch what you say- Always use positive words whenever are around children. Say "please remember" instead of "don't forget". A simple "thank you" and warm "hello" will help develop bright and sunny personalities in your children.
5. Learn to listen- When they need to say something, look them in the eye and show them that you are ready to listen.
6. Use rewards wisely- Simple compliments such as "very good" or "good job" should be enough on most occasions.
7. Forgive and forget-If we do something wrong say"I'm sorry" apologize immediately, we should develop in our children the value of admitting mistakes and making up for them.
8. Laughter is the best medicine- Learn to be silly with your children, and your children will adore you simply because you can laugh with them.
9. Encourage public displays of affection- As adults we should never reject their hugs and kisses.
10. Tell your children you love them- In addition to giving them everything they need, we have to tell our kids that we love them. Material things such as toys or favorite food are not enough. Be vocal. Letting them know that you love them addresses one of humankind's basic needs: the need to belong.....
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5 responses
@ranviruchauhan (1407)
• India
5 Jan 09
vow its amazing,even as a father i dont knw all this points, i m aware about some points.R u a child care specialist mam? thank you very much for this precious information. and keep posting this type of information.
@amazingheart (781)
• Philippines
5 Jan 09
Thank you ran, actually I guess lets say, I'm preparing for it..hehhehehe.. I love to read books and magazine that's where I get the idea.....
Thanks for dropping by.. Happy mylotting..
@hibiscus_mel (719)
• United States
4 Jan 09
I had a friend one time who was really very confident with life. She is always a source of inspiration. She is full of life and energy. One day I really asked her what made her so confident of herself. She doesn't seem so scared of anything. She told me that when she was young her parents never tell her no when she wants to try things. Her parents have always been supportive of the things that she likes to do. They always compliment the things that she did. I believe her parents have really done their best to be able to have such a kid.
I have 2 very young kids who have opposite personalities. One is confident and the other one is shy. It seemed funny that they are opposite but yes we should never compare them. Each person is unique. I support them with the things they do. I always tell my shy girl that every thing is okay and she should never be scared of anything in this world.I always remind them every moment how much I love them both. I have seen her slowly opening up. In time she will be one cinfident girl. I am willing to wait for that time.;-)
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@amazingheart (781)
• Philippines
5 Jan 09
Hi Mel, thanks for those tips also.... I will agree for what your friend has been said...Happy mylotting!
@michaeldadona (5684)
• Malaysia
3 Jan 09
No and no specific way, only I emphasized them more on the nature-nurture-learning;
(A.) On the quality time management - future is calculative like day and night.
(B.) Learn from traffic light system - not to own but to control.
The rest they will explore themselves in their own contemporary way.
About your 10 points listed up there, I agree with no objection. As it is all beneficial to us and our kids. But the only thing that we must remember, refer to item no. 2 on second sentence;
"Children can manipulates adults."
The rest no problem.
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@michaeldadona (5684)
• Malaysia
3 Jan 09
No and no specific way, only I emphasized them more on the nature-nurture-learning;
(A.) On the quality time management - future is calculative like day and night.
(B.) Learn from traffic light system - not to own but to control.
The rest they will explore themselves in their own contemporary way.
About your 10 points listed up there, I agree with no objection. As it is all beneficial to us and our kids. But the only thing that we must remember, refer to item no. 2 on second sentence;
"Children can manipulates adults."
The rest no problem.
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@amazingheart (781)
• Philippines
4 Jan 09
Your welcome arron,thats my main reason why I posted that discussion.. Keep it up!!!