Encourage them to learnproblem-solving skills as that iskey to building resilience. Nomatter what the situation or issueis, there is always a resolve for it.
Whether they accomplish them ornot, encourage them to plan goalsand challenges, which help toboost their self-esteem andconfidence and independence.
Help them list all the things theyare good at including being kind,helpful and loving and show themwhy these attributes are soessential in life.
Give them space to spend qualitytime with their network of friendsand loved ones.
Help them build a positiverelationship with themselves andothers by letting them spend timedoing the things they love.
Encourage them to get to knowwho they are and what valuesthey hold.
Give them lots of positiveencouragement and praise.
Share your experiences with themso they can see you understandwhat they are going through.
Encourage them to understand,express and manage their emotions.Children who learn to handle theiremotions tend to have better physicaland emotional health, do better atschool and get on better with friends.Let them know it is ok for them toseek help and support too if theyneed this.
How to build resilience andemotional health in children
Help them to strengthen and buildpositive relationships with theirfriends and other adults. This will helpthem to understand, think andcommunicate with others, as well ascontribute to social and emotionaldevelopment.
Help them learn to be independent intheir actions and thoughts. This willhelp to develop their confidence, self-efficacy and self-esteem. It will alsoboost motivation and help them towork through challenges.
Family Lives is always here tosupport you through difficult times.For support call our confidentialhelpline on 0808 800 2222, emailus at [email protected] orchat to us online.
Our top tips Practical ways
Help them build their confidence bytaking on challenges and allow themto learn from it even if they do notmanage to complete the challenges.
Build positive relationships
Build emotional awareness
Build independence
Build confidence
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