1. You know how to debate - that means you have an independent mindset
Many parents have been upset when their children "re-argue". But if your child can argue with their parents in a calm manner, with clear language, reason and reasonable evidence, it is a sign that they are developing critical thinking - an extremely important skill in modern society.
Children dare to express their opinions, know how to criticize adults respectfully, prove that they have opinions, are confident and are not passive under pressure. It is not a chaos, but a sign of a child learning to become an independent citizen.
In this case, parents should absolutely not extinguish their children's criticism with bullying words like "Go ahead!" or "What do you know that your children say!".
Listen to your child to the end, then instruct them on how to express their opinions convincingly and respectfully.
Teach your children that debate is not to win, but to understand and be understood.
2. Children are willing to do housework meaning they are responsible
letting children do housework is not only a way to help parents, but also a way to practice a sense of responsibility and life skills. Children who are often assigned tasks in the family often grow up earlier, have better management of time and work, and know how to care for others.
On the contrary, if children only know how to study and rest, everything will be worried by their parents, it is easy to form a mentality of dependence, passiveness and lack of reality when entering society.
Therefore, parents should assign housework to suit their children's age: clean up toys, fold clothes, water plants, cook simple meals...
Turning housework into joy instead of punishment. Can work with you and praise your efforts.
Explain to the child: "Each family member is responsible for their family".
3. A grateful child means a kind heart
gratitude is the root of compassion, kindness and a spirit of sharing. An grateful child will not take what their parents do for granted. They will know how to say thank you, know how to apologize for mistakes, and be willing to help others voluntarily.
On the contrary, if your child is always demanding, easily angry when not being responded to and does not know how to appreciate the small things, he may lack gratitude - something that no school teaches effectively like the family.
Therefore, parents should not do everything for their children. Let me see the hardships and efforts of others.
Teach your children to say thank you from the smallest things: thank you for the rice delivery, thank you for the trash sweeping, thank you for lending us a pen...
Take part in charity activities with your children to help them understand the value of giving.
4. Children know how to follow rules meaning they have a sense of discipline
freedom is not without discipline. An unlimited child will have difficulty integrating into the group, easily rebellious as they grow up, and have difficulty complying with social rules. Children who have a habit of following regulations since childhood will be able to self-regulate their behavior, control emotions and become better masters of themselves.
Parents need to set clear rules in the family, for example: bedtime, time to use electronic devices, and having to complete before playing.
Agree with your children and keep the consistent principle: follow what you have set.
praise when your child complies, and gently explain when you violate so that your child can learn to take responsibility.
