Mental resilience is like a shield that protects us against the surprises of the outside world. It turns problems into challenges. How to build and support mental resilience in children?
“If you can dream it, you can do it”, said Walt Disney. What do children dream about? And what do they need dreams for, anyway?
When we sit at a table together, we are able to devote our time to each other and no one else. This is our time to build and nurture family ties. Especially now, during a pandemic, let’s not forget about healthy, regular meals. A well-nourished body deals with infections better.
“Dad! I want to be a teacher!” exclaims the son. “Mum! I’m gonna be a firefighter!” says her daughter. Small children don’t bother dividing occupations into male and female ones. They want to do what they like. Older children often fall into the trap of patterns and limitations. It’s a pity...