
Everyone makes mistakes. After all, it is a universe. Some people find it easy than others to admit. But when your kids make mistakes, as a parent it is obvious that you will react. Your reaction would be in many ways like you might criticize your kid, shout at them, smack, punish, & remind them. You would also tell them about their mistake, argue & threaten them.
There is an issue with each of these ways. They do not work well. Sometimes, for short time, your kid may do things to neglect your shouting & punishment. But, for a long time, poor behavior is repeated when you are not around. So, we will show you some DIY tips that teach your kids to learn from their mistakes.
7 steps to help your kids learn from mistakes:-
1. Accept mistakes are normal
You can help your kid to understand that everyone makes mistakes & you do not expect them to be perfect all the time.
2. Identify a teaching opportunity
You can quickly respond to a mistake with the purpose of teaching your child about it rather than punishing them.
3. Explain the issue
Let your child understand there is an issue that you need to fix while being calm. Help your kid in determining how to remedy it
4. Give yourself some time to collect yourself after making a mistake
Discussing the mistake with your child should wait until they have calmed down. If at all possible, allow them time to process their feelings of anger and irritation that the mistake may have created before you listen to their worries. Your child will find it very challenging to think clearly while their emotions are high.
5. Encourage them to take the right of their actions and to accept responsibility
Teach your child to own up mistakes rather than pointing the finger at others. If your kid does own a mistake, give them praise. Avoid the need to quickly offer a review, comment, label, punishment, or judgment.
6. Just say the obvious
Keep your focus on that one mistake and avoid mentioning other mistakes that have been committed in the past that are comparable to this one.
7. Help with their apology
Encourage your kid to express regret and go over the best ways to do so in a letter or, if that's not possible, in person.
An effective apology includes:
- A description of what took place.
- Acceptance of the harm or damage done.
- Assuming responsibility for the case.
- Taking responsibility for the incident.
- Expressing sadness for what occurred.
- Asking for forgiveness.
- Confidence that it won't occur once more.
- Enquiring as to how they might repair the harm or injury.
Conclusion
Follow these above-mentioned 7 DIY tips that teach your kids to learn from their mistakes. When we make mistakes, it is important that we follow the same procedure. By imitating their parents' behavior, children can learn a lot. Saying sorry is so right when we have lost our temper or done something we are ashamed of.