By introducing simple tasks within the home environment will enable your child to become gradually more responsible.
Scenario # 1: After dinner, your child may have the tendency to quickly leave the dinner table while rushing off to play. Instead, encourage that your child helps you clear the table.
Scenario #2: Your child has enjoyed their playtime, although have left all their toys strewn all over the place. Instead, encourage that your child tidies up before rushing off and forgetting about their toys.
Scenario #3: Your child has a birthday invitation and is getting ready for the occasion rather than selecting their clothes and telling them exactly what to wear give your child a few choices whereby they can finally make their own choice as they prepare and dress themselves on their own.
OUTCOME: As you gradually introduce your child to these new tasks, they will become more responsible. Also, as they continue to make their choices it will also continue to boost their self-esteem and self-confidence. In conclusion, avoid taking your child’s independence away by doing everything for them; let them soar to new heights where they can begin to embrace responsibilities by themselves while thinking for themselves too!
