Happy Home, Happy Children
Posted: April 26, 2008As strange as it may sound, every household has a personality. You can usually detect within a few minutes if a home is lighthearted and winsome, strict and rigid, or depressed and pessimistic.
Every family member contributes to a home’s overall temperament and style of functioning.
But, it’s primarily the parents who determine the tone and character of home life.
And that household personality greatly influences a child’s behaviour and his outlook on life.
Researchers found that children exhibited high levels of anxiety and stress when their home atmosphere was characterised by restriction and over- control; where they were granted little freedom to express themselves or act silly.
As you might expect, in homes where freedom and self expression were encouraged, the children were more optimistic about the future, and had a greater ability to cope with stress.
Remember, as parents, the tome you set in the home can make all difference in your child’s personality development and outlook on life.
