Are you a good loser?

Sheila Aron — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 11:32:07 +0000

For many, winning is everything. Children today are learning that philosophy at a very young age. Competition does keep you on your toes and winning is a great feeling but, how do you teach your child to handle losing? There is a lot of excitment at the thought of winning, you might get so close to winning but someone on the team makes a mistake that cost the team the winning point or the other team is simply better and they win the game – how do you prepare your child for situations like this? Being a good sport – whether you win or lose – shows maturity. Recognizing that sports, just as life, has highs and lows and that disappointments can happen, even under the best conditions. Teaching your child this lesson perpares him/her how to stand tall and do the right thing – be proud if you win and congratulate the winner if you lose – that makes everyone a winner. For more info www.sheilaaronbooks.com

How do you build confidence in your child?

Sheila Aron — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 00:16:02 +0000

As children learn to manuver their way around beginning with crawling and then taking their first steps parents praise them with wild applause and proud words of encouragement. But each new accomplishment in a childs life is worthy of the same praise as their first steps which will help build their confidence and self esteem. Small successes lead to big ones and as a childs pride grows, your expressions of love and support lets him know that you are right there with him. This connection lasts a lifetime and, like a priceless heirloom, will be passed to future generations.

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Are you a good loser?

How do you build confidence in your child?