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Four New Ideas to
Help You Motivate Your Children
by
Jason Gracia - Motivation123.com
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Copyright
Motivation
is not only important for adults, but also for children. What they learn as
children will have an enormous impact on the rest of their lives.
To teach them about motivation and goals at an early age will give them the
necessary tools for a happy and prosperous future.
1. TALK WITH THEM
Notice the title is not Talk 'To' Them. When dealing with this subject, let
them do some of the talking. They may surprise you as they try to come up
with concepts and ideas all on their own.
Many children do not understand the importance of goal setting and having a
positive attitude. Simply sitting down with your children and talking with
them about this subject will help them to understand why they need
motivation and goals in their lives.
When speaking with your kids, remember they are only kids. The ideas you use
must be a little less complex and a little more fun than usual. The next tip
will help you to make goals more fun for you and your children.
2. MAKE IT A GAME
The great thing about goals is that they are a game. People, especially
children, love to play games. When you find out what you want, try to make a
game out of it.
For example, if you want your children to excel in school, you could set up
a chart on the fridge. Begin by having your child set goals for the upcoming
report card. You may have to help them at this stage. You can make sure that
their goals are attainable and challenging.
Each time they bring home their grades, you could chart their progress on
the fridge. Because their grade goals are on the chart, they will be able to
see how they are doing compared to their stated goals. If they are below
their goal, it will help to motivate them to work a little harder. If they
meet or exceed their goal, they will be excited and happy about their
accomplishments.
Some parents believe giving money for grades is a good system. I think this
system may be a little more useful for both you and your children.
3. LEAD BY EXAMPLE
Your kids learn the most from you. If you would like to see certain traits
in your children, then lead by example. If you would like them to be
motivated and excited about things, do the same. If you would like your
children to use goals, you too should use goals in your daily life.
When they see you doing what you are teaching, your lessons will sink in. If
you say one thing and do another, your children will have a very hard time
believing in the importance of what you teach.
4. GIVE THEM FEEDBACK
When you have a goal or deadline at work, and you reach it, you would like
feedback from the top, right? Your children are no different. For example,
if you set goals with them about keeping their rooms clean and then never
tell them how they are doing, the desired outcome won't last for very long.
When they do a good job, make sure you tell them that you noticed and that
you are very proud of their accomplishment. It will not only make them feel
important and successful, it will also engrain the lessons which you are
trying to teach. If they need to try harder, praise them for their work but
let them know that you expect more of them.
Motivation and goals are just as important for your children as they are for
you. With a few simple tools you can help to raise your children with a
strong foundation in goal setting and hard work.
About Author:
Jason Gracia
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Author, Speaker, Consultant - author of
The Motivated
Mind
 Jason Gracia is the founder and CEO of Gracia Enterprises, a company whose
mission is to provide individuals and organizations with the tools and resources
necessary to create powerful and lasting change. With an innovative and exciting
approach to personal and professional success, Gracia Enterprises has helped
thousands of people throughout the world achieve extraordinary results and
completely transform their lives. Jason Gracia shares his methods through his
weekly publication read by thousands in over thirty countries, personal and
organizational consulting, and workshops and seminars held throughout the United
States. He currently resides in Madison, Wisconsin, where he operates Gracia
Enterprises.
Visit Jason's Motivation123 Web site to receive a free Motivation Idea-Kit,
free Motivation Newsletter, plus hundreds of articles, tips and ideas to
help you live a happier life today.
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