Consistency and persistence are key to relationships, careers, and personal growth. However, they are sometimes difficult to develop in our children.
This collection of articles on consistency and persistence is designed to offer insight, understandings, and strategies.
Good luck!
Linda
THE POWER OF CONSISTENCY IN A NOW, NOW, NOW WORLD
Why is consistency important? Because it takes time and patience to achieve the best things in life.
How to develop persistence in your child
Persistence is a highly desirable trait. It is one of the ‘Habits of Mind’ that empower humans to successfully face challenges. It is the ability to stay focused and determined in pursuit of a goal. How do we develop it in our children?
HOW TO TEACH YOUR CHILD TO BE A PERFECT FAILURE
Understanding failure is essential to learning success and building resilience. This is how you teach your child to fail without being overwhelmed.
THE 10 EMOTIONAL SKILLS EVERY TEEN NEEDS TO BE TAUGHT
Emotional regulation skills for teens need to be taught both explicitly and via role modeling. They play a big part in helping to create happy, resilient adults.
PRACTICAL WAYS TO GROW YOUR CHILD’S GRIT
Grit for kids…why we need it and how we get it.
HOW TO HELP KIDS TO BREAK THE FRUSTRATION BARRIER
Helping children cope with frustration and then move beyond it is a challenge. This article contains strategies plus ‘the learning pit’ image that I use in my talks.
IS YOUR CHILD PARALYSED BY THE NEED TO BE PERFECT?
What is perfection paralysis and how can you help kids overcome it?
