In the era of consumerism, many parents dream to grow a kind, sympathetic and unspoiled child. But alas, it is not that at all. How to bring a sense of gratitude in a child? 6 ways to read on Kolobok.ua
According to research scientists, people who have a well-developed appreciation, feel happier. Because they know how to appreciate what they have now. So how to teach the child gratitude?
thank
"Thank you" should go into your vocabulary by another when he does not speak to the child. Thank him for any assistance and enforcement requests. Also be emulated. How often do you say "thank you" to the saleswoman in a supermarket, taxi drivers or grandmother because she sat with her grandchildren?
Do not buy everything
We want to give the children more than we had. So often we do not know measures and are not able to deny children when they want another toy or item. Denying a child, you learn to appreciate him what he has. You can not refuse, but ask to postpone the purchase. At the age of threechildren can expect a welcome thing for about a month. Of course, it will be very long, and every day it will remind about it to him.
good afternoon
Highlight one day a month when you are with your child will do well. You can feed the birds in the park, or deliver food to shelters for homeless animals, or to sort clothes and toys to charity. Give away - an important part thanks.
good memories
Practice good memories. Remember as many positive situations as possible, and if comes up negative, try to beat it with your child, pointing to a good direction. For every pleasant moment thanks.
praise your child
Praising a child, you do not spoil, and learn to see the value of others. After praising the kids are doing routine things even better.
We were lucky
Remember why you are lucky today? Because the bus arrived quickly, and you did not have to freeze in the cold, because the rest of the week only three days because prolonged weekend ahead. So you teach a child to see the reasons for joy even in the most mundane moments.
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