As a parent, all you want for your child is to be loved and accepted. As effectively as you can create this environment in the home, there are multiple hours a day where your child’s well being is out of your hands. They spend at least 6 hours a day in school, on top of extracurricular activities and in that time are affected by the peers surrounding them. Having a good group of friends is crucial to your child’s development, self esteem, as well as your trust in their well being when they’re away from you. Your home is a safe harbor in the sea of experiences your child is learning to sail.
At Decade2Connect, our Child Therapy services can help children develop social skills and navigate the challenges of forming and maintaining healthy friendships.
While you can’t choose who your child becomes friends with, you can encourage them to make friends that are a positive influence on them, friends who support and accept them for who they are. As Brown says, friends who won’t blow out their candle. Here are some tips to help your child find good friends:
Remember, finding good friends takes time and effort. Encourage your child to be patient and persistent, and to focus on building positive relationships based on mutual respect and understanding. With your support and guidance, your child can develop lasting friendships that will make their candle burn brighter. For more questions, connect with us today!