The key to helping children get along with each other at home
Understanding children's psychology, setting clear rules and letting children resolve conflicts themselves are the keys that every parent needs to grasp.
Have parents ever had a headache when having to reconcile conflicts between two siblings in the family? Surely every parent has experienced awkward moments when they do not know how to explain. Perhaps the following tips will be the key to help parents when their children disagree.
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1. Monitor and record children's actions to understand their psychology.
Building character in children is something that parents need to do to help their children become more harmonious. Parents should start by finding out the key points of their children when there are signs of disagreement.
Was it a parent’s overbearing care? A video game? Or some other form of entertainment? Keep a record for a week or two. It will help you get to know your child better and understand them better.
2. Set clear rules for each situation
Parents should set clear rules when children disagree, whether it's about who gets to use the swing, or who gets to play the video game next?
Parents should remind children of the rules and give them mild punishments when they break them. These rules will help reduce conflict between children. Write small notes and post them around the play area so that children can easily read them.
3. Don't rush to intervene and resolve conflicts between children.
Let your children find a way to reconcile. Instead, parents should encourage and help their children find a solution on their own. Many parents do not understand the situation and intervene in the argument, which will make children have a coping mentality, which can sometimes lead to a loss of trust in their parents.
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4. Be careful and attentive when comparing and "labeling" children.
Parents constantly making comparisons will make one of their children feel inferior and self-conscious. Speak tactfully so that the child does not realize this comparison. At the same time, indirectly create common interests or organize fun activities to help them bond more.
5. Think practically
A little bit of arguing and fighting is part of family life. It is also an indispensable part of the development of family relationships. Children may argue a lot, but they will still be best friends in the end. So don't get angry with them, but slowly find the key to resolving those conflicts. Be both a parent and a friend to your children!
