When teaching kids about their values, strengths and identity, remember that each developmental stage comes with a different opportunity to help lay the groundwork that will lead them to find their purpose and passion.
“Watch for the spark: What interests them, makes them feel excited and fulfilled. Once you see it, make sure they see it, too,. “Finding purpose is a life-long endeavor that can’t be sped up. Children need to learn how to identify their values, know how to set goals, and have a strong sense of who they are so that when it comes time for them to start thinking about their futures, they will be able to follow their passion to do something meaningful.”
Talk about why you make specific choices with them
Teach them specific family values by talking to them about your beliefs
Answer their questions using those moments as teaching moments
Talk to them frequently about how to make choices based on their values and beliefs
Help your children develop empathy
Label values when you see them acting on their values
Model your values
Encourage their expression of values
Help them identify why they make specific decisions
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