The so-called negative education means that in the process of education, adults do not interfere, indoctrinate or suppress, so that children can follow the natural development. A necessary premise of Rousseau's nature education is to change children's views. People should not regard children as slaves who have been disciplined, nor should they regard children as shrinking adults. They should treat adults as adults and children as children.

Children's autonomous development

Negative education is contrary to traditional education, which makes adults and teachers give way to children's independent development in education.

natural person

The ultimate goal of Rousseau's nature education is "natural person", that is, a new person with good physical and mental health, sound mind and strong ability.

Respect for children

Negative education requires adults to have more sense of responsibility and educational patience. Educators should pay attention to guidance and form good habits. Learn to manage your emotions, adjust your mentality, and don't be too anxious. Secondly, learn to respect children, understand children and praise them more.

Transfer of power

In Rousseau's view, the essence of social contract is that everyone transfers all power to everyone. Because the conditions of this transfer are the same for everyone, everyone has not dedicated himself to anyone, but obtained as much power from all contractors as he transferred to them, so everyone still obeys himself after signing the contract and remains as free as before.