Set children up for success Offer choices simple choices build children’s confidence by giving them the chance – to make decisions and have some control Help your children be assertive Teach your children way to solve problems and resolve conflicts Read or tell children stories DEVELOPING A POSITIVE OUTLOOK When children observe parents modelling a positive outlook, it is more likely they will develop a positive outlook too. A positive outlook can change a challenging situation into a manageable one by making us feel better and building hope. It also protects us from depression and poor health. Tips for helping children develop a positive outlook See the positives you can help your children bounce back from disappointment by – teaching them to look for the positives in their daily life Express gratitude and appreciation for what you have big or small try sharing – stories with each other about the simple pleasures of your day or create a family book” together by gluing pictures or drawing things you are grateful for ”gratitude Look for beauty in nature point out a fragrant flower, the feel of a warm breeze or – a beautiful sunset. A walk in nature or visit to the park is a great way for children to have positive family time and develop appreciation and respect for their natural world. Have a little laugh humour helps brighten our outlook and is a natural way to – connect with others. Children love being silly. Nurture your spirituality to find meaning in things that happen this can help us gain – a sense of hope during difficult times. Develop spirituality in family life by spending time in nature, schedule quiet time together, participate in a faith group, create something together, help others in need
Set children up for success Offer choices – simple choices build children’s confidence by giving them the chance to make decisions and have some control Help your children be assertive Teach your children way to solve problems and resolve conflicts Read or tell children stories DEVELOPING A POSITIVE OUTLOOK When children observe parents modelling a positive outlook, it is more likely they will develop a positive outlook too. A positive outlook can change a challenging situation into a manageable one by making us feel better and building hope. It also protects us from depression and poor health. Tips for helping children develop a positive outlook See the positives – you can help your children bounce back from disappointment by teaching them to look for the positives in their daily life Express gratitude and appreciation for what you have big or small – try sharing stories with each other about the simple pleasures of your day or create a family ”gratitude book” together by gluing pictures or drawing things you are grateful for Look for beauty in nature – point out a fragrant flower, the feel of a warm breeze or a beautiful sunset. A walk in nature or visit to the park is a great way for children to have positive family time and develop appreciation and respect for their natural world. Have a little laugh – humour helps brighten our outlook and is a natural way to connect with others. Children love being silly. Nurture your spirituality to find meaning in things that happen – this can help us gain a sense of hope during difficult times. Develop spirituality in family life by spending time in nature, schedule quiet time together, participate in a faith group, create something together, help others in need
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