subject: Instil The Spirit of Generosity in Your Children. by:Sudha Gupta [print this page] Children are like unmoulded clay that are given shape by their parents, their environment, their education and the atmosphere and people they are exposed to. There are many emotions they are born with and many that they must be taught. Generosity is one such feeling.
Start Early : Most children show a streak of possessiveness or ownership as soon as they become old enough to demonstrate their feelings. This is completely natural. But sharing and generosity is something that must be taught. So instill in them a sharing attitude as regards, toys, food, colours, etc. even when they are very young.
Don't force the child : Sometimes when a young child refuses to share toys or food with another child, parents force him to give up the object in question, especially if the other child is a guest. But this may have negative result. Because the child is forced or even scolded in public, he may develop a resistance towards sharing. Reason with the child or distract him at that moment. But later, reinforce the fact that sharing is good by giving him examples of times when other people have shared things with him.
Cultivate Generosity between siblings : Sometimes parents buy or give two sets of everything like toys or sweets for each child. This is certainly an easy way to avoid conflict between children but is not likely to lead to generous bonding between siblings. Let them share their things. Encourage them to do so. If they squabble or fight then let them do so. They will eventually work out their own equation. Interfere only if it get serious.
Encourage team spirit : Whether your child is an only child or one with siblings, encourage the children to work as a team for school projects or and house work or holidays, let kids work with each other, with friends, with servants, with adults or relatives, in a spirit of give and take.
This way children will learn not only to share possessions but also share emotions and efforts.
Give your child sufficient attention : Children hate sharing the love the attention of their parents. It makes them feel insecure even if the other person is a brother or a sister. So ensure that your child has complete confidence in your love for him and his correct share of attention. This will make it easy for him to share you with others.
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