Our children are keenly observant and they grab things quicker than we think. It is important to create a customized environment as per their needs, likes, dislikes, and comfort. Every parent wants to raise happy children so they share, and exchange each other’s experiences and tips to raise happy children.
The more amiable children find the environment the more attention they will seek. If they find the things of their interest around, it becomes easier to make them understand and learn the importance of those things in place. Be it home, school, playground, or any other institutional place of their learning.
Once the child starts showing his interest, he will start developing his cognitive skills, fine motor and gross motor skills, interpersonal skills, speech and language ability, and social and emotional development.
Now, why are these skills important? It is important for the growth and development of a child. To make a child happy, confident, independent and a successful person who leads a satisfactory life.
A satisfactory life begins with self-discipline. Self-discipline allows you to stay focused on your goals. It enables you to stay in control of yourself and your response to any situation. Self-discipline is like a muscle: the more you train it, the stronger you become. Lack of self-discipline can cause low self-esteem. How do impart self-discipline to children?
Is self-discipline enough to raise a happy child? What more is needed? Let’s see some interesting tips to raise happy children.
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As we say that children are keenly observant. It becomes very important that parents should role model themselves as a happy soul in their children’s eyes. They must understand the qualities their parents inhibit so they value them correspondingly. A happy parent raises a happy child!
Humans make mistakes, and so do children. But that’s how they learn and grow. So before correcting them one must try to connect with them. The more it is a “we conversation, the more effective would be the outcome.”
Nutritional value plays an important role in the human body for both physical and mental wellness. Eating a balanced diet is a must ‘add to cart’ attribute for children. As the famous saying – “jaisa aahaar, waise vichaar (what you eat, makes up your thoughts)”
Even if it is a small effort by the child on his own, it calls for praise. Praising imparts confidence in children that what they did was right, if not perfect. Wonder words can create magic in the subconscious mind. Eg: if a child put back his toys or books in place, appreciate the effort!!
Encouragement is another important attribute that plays a vital role. Whenever your child comes to you with an idea or suggestion, you must encourage it. Tell them that you like the way they thought. It will help them develop their cognitive skills.
Show them your selfless love as and when possible. Celebrate each small occasion, moment, or achievement. The more they receive, the happier they feel blessed!!
Effective communication is very important in any relationship. Have family time and discuss topics of your child’s interest or general things. They will open up with their vivid imaginations. Surprise yourself with what they feel or think about it.
Positive vibes attract positive things and vice-versa. It is more like a vicious circle. Get yourself trapped in it. Talk to children about the importance of it. Talk about your dreams and how you achieve them. Let them build their own dream since childhood.
This is again an utmost important point. It is not necessary to spend a quantity of time with children but whatever time is being planned together must be significant. It leaves an enduring impact on their minds and gets added to the treasure box of memories forever. Get them engaged and spend time with them in some interesting activities off the screen.
Children are bundles of adventure and they like it until their interest lasts. All-time supervision and guidance can restrict their own thinking ability. So give them choices instead of a list to do, and leave them with their own tiny world. They will return once they are done and tired of enough exploration.
Parents must show gratitude to their children for each small thing or act. It is a way of expressing happiness to them. Children may feel that what they do for their parents makes them happy.
Expectations reduce joy. Parents must keep lower or no expectations from their children. One of the biggest reasons for anger or ultimate unhappiness is when we have high hopes for them and then we come crashing down into reality. If we show them our despondency, it may be set aside in their little brain forever.
Children must be taught the importance of setting goals. They must start with targets and then move to short-term goals and so on. Achieving their targets or goals boosts the feeling of triumph in them and in return builds their confidence, self-esteem, and morale.
Children don’t like it when things are being controlled for them. Instead, give them choices and leave them in their tiny world. Surprise yourself with their vivid imagination and creative ideas. Let them think and become problem solvers.
Last and never the least, never compare your child to his companion. Comparison brings a feeling of envy, jealousy, or revenge. Children might feel low on them and in turn, lose interest. They may develop a feeling of hatred, resentment, or discontent.
Well, all children are innocent and kind-hearted but their personalities change as they grow. They inhibit different attributes. They thrive as they learn. It is important for the child to be happy and satisfied in mental wellness too.
What characteristics show if the child is a happy soul? Here are a few signs that prove you are raising a happy child.
A happy child will show interest in whatever he or she does. Be it academic, sports, activities, or any chore. The child may not be knowing it but he will show interest in either learning it or making an attempt. He may overcome his excuse.
Will not throw tantrums frequently – All children show tantrums but some throw too frequently to handle and it is a sign that they are doing so to seek the attention of their parents, guardians, or loved ones. They are hinted that this is the only way to get their jobs done. The more they get pampered the more they do. It is a sign of their short-term happiness which changes as the phase change. Know why kids throw tantrums? How do respond to kids’ tantrums.
Is very helpful – A happy soul is proactive in helping others. If a child offers a helping hand it is a signal of his kindness. He is doing so because he had been taught that it is a good deed to help others.
A child who respect or obey elders is being treated the same way. He imparts the good etiquettes and manners.
Satisfied with what he/she has – If a child is satisfied with what he or she has he or she will be happy with it. They will value it and knows that their parents have got the best for them. They will not make unnecessary demands beyond level.
Is willing to share – A happy child will be willing to share his things. He will not feel insecure, envious, or jealous. He understands the importance of sharing is caring.
No need to bribe to get the work done – Some parents do. But those who don’t have to follow this to get the work done by the child can know that they are raising a happy child.
Children are adventure bombs and they like to explore things inside out. They find treasure in it. They like to make things messy. So, they indulge themselves fully. Yet, children also become happy when
The list is exhaustive. Each child is different and nurtured at their own pace.
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