Self-improvement doesn’t have to be about being the smartest, best-looking, or a most athletic person simply for vanity’s sake. Instead, your child can learn to improve themselves so they can make a difference in the world.
If your child’s goal is to get an A in science, talk to them about how they could use their science skills to make a difference in the world by inventing a product that might help people or doing something that could help the environment.
It’s important for kids to know that their goals can be bigger themselves. Knowing that they can put their skills, talents, and hard work to good use gives them a sense of meaning and purpose.
Show your child that they can make a difference in someone’s life every day by being kind, generous, and helpful is a great way of helping children to be the best. Get her involved in community service projects or work together to perform acts of kindness. Whether they make cards to send to people in nursing homes or participate in fundraisers for charity, empower them to find ways to make a difference.
To stay involved in your child’s quest for self-improvement, you’ll need to provide plenty of guidance along the way. Make sure your child’s goals are healthy. If your child begins a drastic diet or exercise routine, step in and address the situation. Or, if they begin studying so hard that they’re not getting enough sleep, intervene and help them see that their habits are doing more harm than good.