Is your child lazy? Maybe you can do something about it.

Is your child lazy? For some parents , this may cause of worries and questioning about thier parenting style. Using gadgets all day when there's no school or not even paying interest when study time. I know some parents can relate to this as it is truly happening in reality.

It is important to know the reasons why your child is lazy because in the future, if you cannot control and fix it they can carry that laziness when they grow up and laziness is not a good character of every person.

When I was a child my mother always scolded me and telling me that I'm lazy but I want you to know that's it won't work if you wish your child be productive. Instead of saying them that they are lazy , why not tell them the importance of being hard working in a good way of talking and not like sermons?

Maybe some child was so used hearing about it and sometimes instead of motivating them , this kind of acts makes them angry or misinterpret what you said. Like me when I was a child , my mother make me believed that I am not enough instead of words of encouragement from her. Maybe there's a reason why your child was lazy. You should know where in coming from.

This is a few tips that you can do in regards with your lazy child.

1. Laziness is not inborn.

When we say it's not inborn , it means there are some reason why your child became lazy. Example is the lack of motivation. Maybe your child has no idea about his/her goals and he/she needs motivation for him/her to do something. If it's the case , you should find a way to motivate your child.

Maybe they are afraid to be judged because they are not smart enough and if they give a try people will know thier weakness. If they don't , it's an excused for thier poor performance. Example is your child didn't study for this specific subject and he/she had a low grade and that low grade doesn't mean that he/she is stupid but because she/he didn't study and give a try.

2. Finding your child's strength.

Having a hard time motivating your child to be good in school? I must say that motivation starts with an interest. When there's an interest , there's a curiousity and desire for them to know more.

If your child always watching TV , take time to observed him/her and you will noticed what's his/her interest. Maybe he/she always watch Discovery Channels or watching puzzles and logic related shows. Maybe he/she used of his/her time playing problem solving and strategy game. You can think of a sport that he/she can enjoy.

Always remember that every children has its own interests and thier interest is not always same as yours but it's okay as long as they are doing good. Talk to them about thier interest and tell them your point of views about it with a respectful way.

3. Let them do it.

Getting your child a glass of water while your child is sitting on the chair? Don't do it. Let them do it. If you child can do it , let them. It is just a simple act but it has a great impact when they grow up. They will learn to be responsible for their own action and also you give them independence and not always depending on you. In that way they will avoid laziness because thier thinking is they need to do it with their own.

You can also give you child a household chores to be done like watering the plants everyday or washing the dishes every lunch time and let them take the credit for thier job. Teach you children to be hard working by doing a simple house hold chores will also a back up help from you if needed.

4. Tell them that making mistakes are fine.

Sometimes avoiding failure can lead a child to do less and try less. Educate them that effort is more important and improvement is more important that being perfect. Tell them the mistakes is an opportunity to learn more and don't be afraid of failing.

Children is also thinking with the idea that thier worth is reflected on thier performance. Example they fail the math exam and they feel less worthy for themselves because thier classmate get the high score. We parents need to help our children to understand that its not true.

5. Encouraged them.

Even if you didnt noticed it , your child is always thinking about what you think of them. They want to make us proud and earn praise. They might say that they didn't care but they are.

Encouragement from parents has a big part for your child to be successful. Children want to become , or learn or respect from the people they admire. Parents should be the number one role models for their child.

6. Give a different meaning of happiness.

Happiness can found anywhere , not just on luxury things or going to themed park. Engaging activities can also be a source of happiness but I want you to know that if you raise your child prior to this kind of version of happiness, it can be result of laziness.

Sometimes you can see contentment and fullfilment in just getting a seedling and them be with them until it fully grows and bear fruits. You can also try to find a new hobby or spending time to other people.