Imagine your child is devastated because their friend didn’t play with them at recess, or they’re furious because their sibling got the bigger slice of cake. Instinctively, you might jump in to try to “fix” the situation. After all, who likes to see their child upset?
But raising mentally strong kids isn’t about shielding them from every challenge — it’s about teaching them to handle challenges. One of the best ways to build mental strength is to allow children to take responsibility for their emotions.
