Wellbeing
How to be a Hope Builder
Maybe it’s forgotten homework, losing a soccer game or hitting the wrong notes at a piano recital. Following mistakes or perceived failures, our children often fall into a pit of hopelessness – and with the loud messages that surround us in the media, who can blame them.
However, one of the key roles of parents is to build hope and confidence, and ultimately inspire our children so that they can see the best of themselves, and the ways in which they can make the world a better place.
Here are three simple ways to be a hope builder in our families:
1. Encourage Goal-Setting:
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- Explore Interests: Help your child discover what excites them—try new activities like sports, art, or music.
- Set Small, Achievable Goals: Break big dreams into manageable steps to build confidence through progress.
2. Teach Problem-Solving:
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- Brainstorm Together: When challenges arise, help your child think of multiple solutions and pick the best one.
- Embrace Mistakes: Remind them that mistakes are part of learning, not failures—“hills make you strong!”
3. Build Confidence:
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- Reflect Often: Talk about what went well or what could improve after an experience. This strengthens problem-solving and self-belief.
- Give Choices: Let them make age-appropriate decisions and learn from the outcomes.
- Be Their Cheerleader: Show unwavering belief in their abilities, even when they doubt themselves.
By teaching kids how to set goals, overcome obstacles, and believe in themselves, you’re equipping them with the tools they need to face life’s challenges with hope and resilience.
You’ve got this, hope builder
"May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit." Romans 15:13