“My child has the ability to manage himself. I don’t need to keep him in line, he does it himself.“Self discipline is a fundamental aspect of our lives. It affects our clarity, our intent and our purpose. With us, discipline is discovered, not imposed.Be more.
Confident
“My child can handle mistakes or failure with confidence and good humour.“Our task is to support children in their decisions and to raise awareness of their ability to change their mind if they choose to. In this way, we are developing confident, independent children who feel in control of themselves.Choose more.
In control
“My child thrives on responsibility.“When your child begins to decide what he wants to accomplish, he’ll become motivated to complete things for his own satisfaction, rather than for the satisfaction of others.Decide more.
Authentic
“I wish for my child to be true to their own personality despite external pressures.“Play is what one wants to do as opposed to what one is obliged to do. It is the definition of authenticity. Language experienced during play is authentic, meaningful and not easily forgotten.Play more.
Adventurous
“My child has diverse interests, learns fast and is a risk taker.“Bringing up children is a continual test of our ability to trust. It is in effect a process of unlearning that we need to go through in order to listen to our instincts as parents and trust our children to guide us.Trust more.
Innovative
“My child is a superb problem solver.“By 2020, over one-third of skills (35%) that are considered important in today’s workforce will have changed. Creativity, critical thinking and problem solving will become the top three skills workers will need.Create more.