“Whenever you see a successful person you only see the public glories, never the private sacrifices to reach them.” –Vaibhav Shah.
Most successful individuals can attest to this quote – we tend to forget that success is a combination of hard work, patience and sacrifice. All this simply to succeed and achieve greater things in life.
So, how do we get our children to stay motivated and work hard to reach great heights?
Motivating your child and getting them to improve are no easy tasks. Yet, it is something that all of us have to do. Children are generally carefree, and they don’t have much awareness about the future. So, getting them to focus and work on improving themselves falls on the shoulders of the parents. Some people naturally excel at this, while some struggle with this. No matter which category you belong to, we have some tips for you.
Find out what’s holding your child back
Talk to your children and ask them about what are the roadblocks in their way. You can talk with their teachers and get to know your children better. Monitor your child’s activities and try to learn their strengths and weaknesses. Use these to make a plan on how to help them. We all need to acknowledge the fact that no one is perfect. That applies to your child too. Understand that they too have limits and accept them just as they are. Work within these limits and see how you can help your child improve.
Show an interest in your child’s life
Ask them about their day and their activities. Children will work harder if they feel like you are interested in their life. Make them feel special daily!
Actions and effects
Appreciate your children when they achieve great results. But, make sure you give more importance to the process over results. Sometimes, even if your children work hard, they can’t achieve the results they expect. When that happens, instead of being result-orientated, focus on the effort they put in. Make sure your children understand – as long as they put in the effort, you will accept whatever the result is.
If they act out or do something they shouldn’t have, make your children understand that their actions have consequences. Do not employ harsh punishments or resort to physical harm. You can set timeouts and other forms of punishment. One good way would be to ask them to write out what they did wrong and reflect on it. It can help them understand what they did wrong and learn from it.
Tell your children that it is ok to fail
Everyone faces failure and makes mistakes at some point in their lives. It can be demotivating and make you feel like giving up. But, it is at that time that you need to work harder.
Routines and schedules
Children often feel lost without knowing what they have to do. Routines help your children stay on track. Creating healthy habits can help your child stay motivated and energetic. When they follow it, they will see their performance improve. Do not take away free time. Allot enough time to do the things they love.
Fun in learning
Make your children curious about the things around them. Make them wonder how things work, how everyday phenomena around them occur, and about how we are where we are. Show them how they can apply the things they learned at school in practical situations. Perform experiments at home with them to show them how things work. Many games teach children the basics and logic through fun and interactive games. There are fun videos that explain to children how scientific and other principles are through animation and experiments. Make use of these.
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Try to encourage them to dream
Dreams are what drive us to work harder and break our limits. So, teaching your children to dream can motivate them to let go of their inhibitions and work harder. Help your children set goals and work towards them. It can give them a sense of direction. Achieving goals can be an exhilarating experience and can create more motivation for your children.
Introduce your children to the world of books
Books contain within them worlds of human knowledge and experiences. Reading biographies of great and accomplished people can inspire and motivate your children. Reading about famous people and their life experiences will push your child to learn more about it.
Lead by example
Children look up to their parents the most. Show them how you handle things in your life. Talk to them about your personal experiences and how you overcame challenges in your life. It will motivate them better than the life story of any other person out there.
Teach them life skills
Teach your children skills like time and money management, cooking, gardening, making repairs, and other important skills. It can instil in them a sense of confidence that can drive them to do better.
Deal with stress and anxiety
The fear of disappointing others, failure, and not being good enough- all these can make a child freeze up. Issues like test and math anxieties require proper attention and care. Also, do not suffocate your children with the weight of your expectations. Stress management is a key skill that children need to master at a young age. It is equally important that you learn how to better manage your child’s emotions.
Stay active
Make sure your children stay active. Exercising and meditating can help them stay energized. If their body is healthy, their brain will be working better. It can help them stay motivated. Also, make sure they have meals on time and have a proper sleep schedule.
Motivation is key to achieving any desired goal in life and we hope these pointers prove helpful to you in inspiring and pushing your child to reach their highest potential. We wish you and your children all the best! 🙂
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