Feb 17, 2021
Much like adults, kids need to be taught the importance of failure too.
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Parents and teachers can play a part in teaching them the value of learning from mistakes.We tell you ways to teach your kids how to overcome the fear of failure.
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Setbacks don't mean the end of the world, and that's what you should tell kids too.Encourage them to grow, and not have a fixed slope of learning.This way, they'll learn the true value of success.
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Not all mistakes are bad.Teach them to embrace mistakes, failures and learn from what they did wrongWith a positive approach to failure, they'll learn to take it lightly.
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Most kids grow up fearing setbacks.Once you teach them the psychology as to how mistakes help them grow, they'll be less scared of failures.
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Learning to be mindful and having a better approach to failures will make children more resilient and mature.With practice, kids may also learn to cope with it and not react.
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Telling kids that "wins are important" sets a bad example.Instead, teach them that losing and learning from the same is just as important as winning.
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Parents, do not wait for opportunities or competitive events to teach your kids.Engaging them in daily activities, such as household chores will also teach them perseverance and learning from mistakes.Over time, they'll learn the core value of growth.
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Remember, parents, are often a child's first teachers and the ones they always look upto.Sharing about your own adversities, failures, and what helped you move on from them work as brilliant motivators for kids to embrace and rise above setbacks.
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