MAKE YOUR CHILD AN ACHIEVER IN LIFE

Have you ever wondered how to make a kid an achiever in life? When I say “achiever” it is not just a perfect ten in academics but in real life too. If your kid scores centum in all subjects, it doesn’t guarantee a bright future unless he quips himself with life-skills. Life-skills help promote mental well being and competence in young people as they face the realities of life.

Now, next question that immediately pops up is that, we were not taught such skills and still did we not survive? Some might even argue that kids might learn these lessons on their own. But if there is a possibility that we can prepare them before they go on their own, then why can’t we look this as an opportunity to shape a child into a strong, confident and smart adult.

What follows is a basic curriculum in life that a child should know before reaching adulthood. There will probably be other skills you can add to this list, but at least it’s a starting point.

Critical thinking: This is one of the most important skills not taught in school. If your kid is an unquestioning, naive student introduce him to the technique of asking questions. This increases not only logical reasoning but also intellectual criteria such as clarity, credibility, accuracy, depth and precision. Conversation is the best way to accomplish this skill.

Positive thinking: It is most important that we have a positive outlook on life. Many things may be messed up, but they can be changed for the better. If your child complaints, tell him to find solutions instead of complaints. Help him to believe in himself and encourage the attitude of positive thinking. 

Passion: One of the most important ways to make your child successful is to find what he is passionate about. May be your child is too young to decide on his passion but help them in identifying and pursuing it.

Motivation:  Motivate your kid in achieving small goals; help him in understanding the different strategies involved and give him a great feeling of achievement. 

Being Organized: Children should be taught to be organized. Give them to-do lists, set them routines and encourage them to keep things in their place. 

Personality development: Every person who develops his personality also becomes popular. Being independent, developing public speaking, participating in group discussions, being polite, getting along with his peers are some of the areas a child can be encouraged for personality development.

 Character building: Children do not learn values that make up strong character simply by telling them. They learn from parents and adults from everyday life. So we should set a good example to them through our behaviors and actions and coach them to be responsible and kind. 

Social service activities: Participating in NCC, NSS helps the child to develop a sense of social awareness. They also get to know about their community and develop leadership skills.

Thus the life skill activities help the child to explore alternatives, weigh pros and cons of an issue, have a rational thinking, communicate effectively and be self-confident. Help the child to have a “wholestic” development!