How to Raise an Optimistic Child

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Optimism is a big factor in having a happy and healthy family. Bringing positivity throughout the home can give us a better view on our lives and also keep our children motivated as they go through school, relationships and more. 

In order to bring optimism into the home, then we should look at raising children with an optimistic view on life. Here are some top tips on how to nurture happiness with a boarding school in Hertfordshire providing us some key advice.

Encourage your child to explore new things

Taking risks and letting your child try new things is a way of sparking a child’s interest and can make them feel better about themselves. For example, if they’ve been hesitant about trying a new hobby that none of their friends want to do, then take them along for a trial session and get involved with them or stand by the sidelines cheering them on. 

If it’s a collaborative hobby, ask other parents and see if their children are already involved in an activity so they don’t feel so alone. It’s a good way of letting your child think independently, make new friends and communicate with others.

Keep things real

Not everything in a child’s life is going to go smoothly. That’s why you should try to keep it in perspective where you can. For instance, if a party a child really wanted to go to has been cancelled, show them that while the party has been cancelled and nothing is going to change that, it doesn’t mean it’s going to be a boring day. 

Make up for those low moments by adding happy moments in between, like buying your child’s favourite ice cream if they’ve had an argument with a friend, but don’t feel like sugarcoating everything is necessary.

Promote a can-do attitude

Can-do attitude doesn’t just involve a positive attitude all the time in front of your child. It also means that you believe your child can help you, giving them a level of responsibility around the home such as chores and other small tasks. It’s part of what makes your child grow up feeling more independent and trusted by their parents and can improve their confidence along the way.

Entrusting your child with things like cleaning their bedroom and working on their own initiative to do well in school, as well as other things, can mean that they grow as talented individuals and make their mark around the home. Positive attitudes stem from the fact children know they can be trusted and have responsibilities for themselves.