Relaxed parents and happy children, every family probably dreams of it. We have a few tips that help you achieve that.
Who does not know the feeling that comes over when your child falls into bed after a long day full of adventure and discoveries with bright eyes? It fulfills with pride, happiness and a satisfaction that cannot be found anywhere else.
The key to these moments of happiness could be in positive psychology - an approach that focuses not only to the well -being of children, but also that of the whole family.
But what exactly is behind this term and how can we parents implement it in everyday life?
What is positive psychology?
Positive psychology is more than just a scientific catchphrase. It is a scientifically sound approach that deals with the positive aspects of human life. Instead of just focusing on the negative, this approach aims to promote strengths, virtues and general well -being.
Psychologists like Martin Seligmanhave shownthat the targeted training of positive emotions, commitment and interpersonal relationships can significantly improve the attitude to life.
But how can this concept be specifically integrated into education?
Promote strengths and criticize less
We parents are quick to point out our children for mistakes and weaknesses. Everything with the aim of preparing it for the future and saving you future mistakes.
The positive psychology recommends a different approach here. Instead of (constantly) criticism, we parents should recognize and promote the strengths of our children. A child who is particularly good in a certain subject or has a natural talent for art or music needs praise in these areas, but also many incentives to further develop its talents.
For example, parents and child can attend an art course together or read books on topics that interest the child who strengthen his creativity and self -confidence. This positive reinforcement not only affects self -esteem, but also on the social competence of a child.
Children who feel confirmed in their skills are more open to challenges and show less fear of failures.
Exercise emotional intelligence
Another important aspect of positive psychology in education is the promotion of emotional intelligence. If children learn to recognize and express their own emotions, they can also understand the feelings of others. This in turn makes it easier for them to make friendships or solve conflicts.
Emotional intelligence can be trained by talking together about feelings. For example, parents can consciously ask in difficult situations: "How do you feel?" or "Why do you think your friend reacted like this?" Such conversations help children name their own feelings and develop empathy for others.
Children who learn to regulate their feelings are better able to deal with stress and challenges - an ability that is becoming increasingly important today.
Build resilience
Resilience, i.e. the ability to cope with setbacks and to emerge from crises, is a central element of positive psychology. Children must be able to learn how to deal with failures.
Parents can help with targeted challenges here. Instead of doing everything for the child, you can encourage you to solve problems yourself or try out new things. Be it learning an instrument, trying out a new sport or experimenting with a new recipe: Every little failure offers the opportunity to learn something valuable about yourself and develop further.
Gratitude and mindfulness
A simple but effective way to integrate positive psychology into education is the practice of gratitude and mindfulness. As esoteric like that may sound at first glance, it is by no means. Parents can lead “gratitude diaries” every day or weekly.
Everyone wrote down what they are grateful for - be it a nice day outdoors, a long -awaited excursion or a nice meeting with a friend. To be aware of what was nice and what made you happy, trains positive thinking and also strengthens family ties.
Mindfulness should also be an important part of education. For example, it is important to be able to recognize when you have stress and how to react. This helps you develop strategies to reduce or even avoid this stress.
Mindfulness techniques can help, such as conscious breathing or brief meditation. This raises awareness of the current moment. Children learn to live in the here and now, which promotes their emotional stability.
Grow and learn together
The positive psychology in education offers parents valuable tools to promote the emotional well -being of our children. Through the targeted strengths of skills, promoting emotional intelligence, building resilience and practicing gratitude and mindfulness, we can become happier as families. In addition, this educational concept strengthens cohesion.
Ultimately, the upbringing is not just about conveying knowledge and skills, but also accompanying and supporting them on their way to become happy and healthy people.
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