4 Tips For Raising Kids Who Know Their Strengths And Weaknesses

How To Raise A Self-Aware Kid (But Not An Overthinking Neurotic) ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ Sep. 1, 2023 “Hey! Hey! Daaaaaad! Daaaaadddd! Watch this!” Chances are this, or some variation of it, is one of the phrases you hear most often from your kids. Whether they want to showcase somersault skills, exhibit their artwork, or dance to the latest Kidz Bop banger, children desire acknowledgment and positive feedback. Adults are typically willing participants in the positive feedback loop, complimenting kids for their efforts even if they must get creative to avoid lying through their teeth. As a result, little kids tend to think they’re good at everything, which is perfectly fine for where they’re at in the developmental process. But it leaves some parents wondering how and when to foster the self-awareness that will eventually lead to kids understanding their strengths and weaknesses. Although kids learn these skills over time, it’s not until early adolescence that they have the cognitive and emotional maturity needed to have that inward recognition. But there are some strategies you can keep in mind when your kids are younger to lay the groundwork for healthy self-awareness. PARENTING [How To Raise A Child Who Understands Their Strengths And Weaknesses]( Kids can’t be good at everything. But [they don’t know that.]( [Read this story]( When [little kids] say they’re good at something, they are really trying to communicate that they got pleasure or enjoyment from the activity. FURTHER READING [How To Raise A Self-Aware Kid (But Not An Overthinking Neurotic)]( [22 Essential Life Skills For Kids To Master By The Time They Turn 10]( [Parents Who Raise Happy Kids Prioritize These 3 Things]( RELATIONSHIPS [8 Helpful Things To Say When Your Partner Is Complaining]( Listening to your partner vent is part of the gig. This is how to [make them feel heard.]( [Read this story]( HEALTH [The Truth About Male Menopause Is A Wake-Up Call For Men]( Testosterone levels drop as men age, beginning as early as age 30. Here’s what to know about the decline —[and what options are available to combat Low T.]( [Read this story]( OLD FRIENDS [The Most Underrated Cartoon Of The 90s Is Nearly Impossible To Watch Today]( Tiny Toons is back. But do you actually [remember it?]( [Read this story]( SKILLS [How To Read The Room Like A Pro]( Reading the room is about seeing and hearing what’s both spoken and unspoken. [And it’s a skill well worth mastering.]( [Read this story]( FATHERLY FAVORITE FLATED [Air-Carrier Cargo Box]( Most car-top boxes are a pain to install and take up far too much real estate in the garage when you’re not using them. The Flated Air-Carrier solves both problems. The inflatable cargo box adds 23 cubic feet of storage space to your rooftop, and only weighs 23 pounds. The drop-stitch fabric inflates to rock-hard rigidity, keeping your gear organized and safe. Deflated, the Air-Carrier can fit in a medium-sized duffel. $629 [shop now]( Follow us on: [Want to Advertise With Us? Get in Touch.]( You're receiving this email because you signed up to receive communications from BDG Media. If you believe this has been sent to you in error, please safely [unsubscribe](. Or to manage preferences click [here]( BDG Media, Inc. · 315 Park Ave. South · New York, NY 10010 · USA Copyright 2023 BDG Media, Inc. All rights reserved.