Last post gave us a peek into the behavior of a child and her parents. It also gives us a fair idea about how parenting styles differ greatly among different parents! Parents should always try to observe behavior of the kids. Many a times, children coming back from school seem upset or angry or sad. However, do not try to assume that kids will come to you and talk about their issues. Parents should take the initiative and go up to them, sit with them and ask the relevant questions. Ask your child, what happened kid, are you angry? And if yes, then why? Somebody hurt you?
It’s an art to broach the topic with the child. Don’t ask directly like, ‘what’s wrong?’ Rather use an opening line like ‘I can something is wrong or I know my child has something to share’! This way you will be able to build a nice platform. Try to identify the emotions of your kid by providing them choices. Sometimes kids are not aware of exact emotions they are feeling. So give them names and then talk about it. It is also crucial to focus equally on good as well as bad feelings. Like parents can ask about kids’ happiest experiences and the reasons. Once you have asked the concerned questions, sit back and try to listen to whatever they have to say. Children are more comfortable in sharing only when they find you are genuinely interested.
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