Have you ever accused your child when you were angry, or found that your child looked confused when you were patiently teaching? When many parents criticize their children, they may inadvertently fall into emotional venting and ignore more effective educational methods. Sun Ruixue, a famous early childhood educator, revealed a key to educating children: the power of emotional isolation and respect in his speech at the 6th Shanghai Public Welfare Month for Popular Science Education.

Emotional isolation

When parents criticize their children, they should isolate them from the incident and clearly point out that it is the child's behavior that is wrong, not the child himself. This way can avoid children's inferiority and fear, which is more conducive to children's growth.

Control emotion

Parents should control their emotions when criticizing their children. It is far more effective to tell children what is wrong in simple and clear language than emotional accusations. Parents' anger may stem from their childhood experiences or knots, not entirely from their children's behavior.

Respect for children

Sun Ruixue suggested that parents squat down when communicating with their children, so that they can feel respected and valued. This way of communication can not only enhance children's self-confidence, but also help to establish a more harmonious family relationship.