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5 Ways To Help Your Children Build Resilience
Growing up in Ivory Coast, West Africa as the youngest of seven children, I dealt with many challenges and uncertainties that culture and circumstances left unaddressed. Education for a girl was a very low priority, but I wanted to go to school. I taught myself how to read and sold cold water at a market to make my tuition. Fortunately for me, I have a strong coping mechanism that helps me transform challenges into positives, which builds my resilience. Even today, I draw on my inner strengths to help me navigate life.
I’d like to share some helpful tips with my fellow parents as we help our children navigate the current challenging and uncertain times. If your child is experiencing difficulty, please consult with a professional.
I have a BA in psychology and a Certification in Childhood Development & Challenging Behavior. I am not a child psychologist or by any mean an expert in behavioral science. My experience as a single mother raising my son in a new country and culture has taught me many things. As a childcare professional and teacher, I have used my experience over the last decade to help friends and families navigate through a range of challenges
This article was created in collaboration with Rabbi Lauren Ben-Shoshan. Lauren has a Masters of Religious Education. These days, she lives in the woods of Truckee, California with her husband, four children, and dogs. When she isn't running after them, she coaches others on parenting, education, and grief processing.
Find her at: https://www.facebook.com/lauren.benshoshan