Self Help

If you care about your son or daughter as much as I do then you probably have been guilty of spoiling them. Unfortunately this practice is not a good way of empowering our kids. You need to nurture their abilities, not take them away. And of course we do this out of love, but there comes a time when parents must learn to never do for their kids what they can do for themselves.

It’s tough at times, I know, but well worth it when you start thinking in terms of the future. For example, you must start instituting little chores around the house and other smaller responsibilities as soon as they are old enough. This well teach them to be respectful of their atmosphere and to start learning that life takes a little “maintenance” each day.

This is especially true when it comes to giving your kids money. As they reach the age where they can actually work, then you must learn not to give them money every time they ask. Teach them how to earn for themselves. And if they are still too young for a part time job then allow them to earn money at home from mowing the yard, doing daily chores around the house, or by extra activities on the weekends.