Being preseverance... dont give up..

Sunday May 9, 2010
Don’t give up

PERSEVERANCE can be defined as the art of trying again until you get what you are aiming for, despite a series of failures — a common attribute in successful people.

As such, WynKids Research and Development dean Yvonne Lim thinks that good parenting involves preparing children to face obstacles by helping them develop perseverance skills.

“Whether a situation requires physical endurance or emotional maturity, the ability to ‘go on’ ensures success,” she says.

“This why perseverance is one important value we focus on in our six-month programmes, where we motivate children through activities and games.”

WynKids is a learning institute which provides holistic programmes for children between the ages of seven and 17, with the aim of encouraging each participant’s full potential.

According to Lim, one way parents can help model and encourage perseverance in their children is by providing encouragement.

“Positive and honest feedback goes a long way in helping your child see situations realistically.

“By doing so, your child can have the confidence to continue moving forward,” she says.

For instance, if a task appears overwhelming to a child, parents can help show support by giving reassurance that he or she is going in the right direction.

Additionally, by teaching children how to break large tasks into small and achievable goals, children will find it easier to stick to finishing the said task.

“For example, if your child is learning swimming, celebrate each step; from learning to float to doing proper leg movements,” says Lim.

“That way, your child won’t be overwhelmed with the pressure of having to achieve something large all at once, but feels that things can be done step by step.”

Lim also advises parents to stress the importance of completing a task, even if the results are less than stellar.

“Instead of looking at something as a failure, credit your child for his resilience in pulling through rather than giving up,” she says.

There are two intakes per year for WynKids programmes, and registration for the June session is currently open.

A promotional fee and a free one- or three-day camp will be offered for a limited period, depending on the participant’s age.

For further information, log on to
www.wynkids.com or call 03-6142 8133 or 016-368 8861.
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