Helping Your Child Become Better at Solving Problems
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This post is on problem solving skills and how we can prepare children to be independent. As they go through life, there will be obstacles they come across and they will need to be able to remain calm and think creatively to find a solution. Sometimes it’s not staring you straight in the face and you need to think outside of the box. Look at different angles and try new things. Here are some of the ways in which you can help your child to build their problem-solving skills according to a private school in Wales.
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Real Life Opportunities
One way to help children build the skill is to give them the opportunity to handle things by themselves. As a parent it might feel uncomfortable but giving your child the capacity to make their own decisions and think about how they should deal with difficult situations can actually help them. It teaches them to remain calm under pressure and use their imagination.
Identifying What the Problem Is
The first step to problem solving is to identify and isolate the problem. What’s causing the issue and what do you need to remedy to overcome it? Writing can help as it allows you to view your situation from the point of view of an outsider and gain perspective.
Be an Independent and Confident Role Model
Children really do look up to their parents and the example that you set them is likely what they will follow. If you’re someone that runs away from their problems and doesn’t tackle them head on, it can signal your child to do the same. Instead, have a little optimism. Whether you’re feeling scared or not, it sets the right example and encourages them to deal with difficulty in the same way.
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