Let Children Choose their own Dreams
Children develop a set of interests and
dreams that are unique to them, at a very young age. Now these might not to be
the same dreams you had, or what you wished for them, but you cannot push them
in a specific direction against their will. This would cause undue conflicts
and power struggles, affecting the attachment between the two of you. Parents
need to be practical, and try to understand their children, give room to their
needs and aptitudes. Perhaps you could even indulge in something the child
enjoys, and try to see it from their perspective. Interacting with their friends is also a good way of
gaining insight into your child's personality.
Family Responsibility
It is often the case that if you set
expectations up front, even the most difficult children will learn not to grumble. Keeping in mind the
child's age, personality and interests, it is a good idea to bring them into
making decisions, and handing them some responsibility early on, whether it is
helping to set the table, doing the dishes, or cleaning their rooms.
Overprotection is a crime many parents commit, but instead of sheltering
children, it actually hinders proper growth.
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