We all want to be the best when it comes to parenting and good at raising kids. We would love to believe that we’re teaching them the right kind of behavior and thought process that they’d need to flourish as individuals, but how sure are you about what you child is learning and what she is not? What are the most important things or life lessons you need to teach your child? Here’s the answer

It is natural for kids to not be willing to share, but that is just a phase and learn to grow out of it as they age if taught early. Teach her the importance of sharing with her friends, family, and the less fortunate.

Tell her it’s ok to fail, but not to give up

She needs to be a winner but also needs to know how to lose gracefully. Help her understand that winning and losing is part of the game, what is more, important is, to bounce back and try again.Never put your child under the “Sharmaji ka beta,” pressure. It is ok to be different and she needs to be ensured that whatever be her choice, you have her back.

Be honest, even if it hurts

There are times where we lie, and indirectly teach kids that it is ok to lie. But that’s not the lesson you want her to learn, so tell her how it feels good and makes her a better person if she is honest. And remember to follow this while you teach her because she learns more from what she sees, than from what you say .

Being alone or being independent is not something everyone’s cup of tea. But it is important if you want her to grow in life. Teach her to be independent, while also knowing how to be a team player.

To forgive and to ask for forgiveness

Apologizing is the hardest thing to do on the face of the earth. But your child should have this skill and know that everyone makes mistakes. And the only thing that could heal the worst of mistakes is forgiveness.

To show unexpected kindness

Encourage and engage kids in random acts of kindness, because that is the easiest way to touch lives and watch her grow up to be a compassionate individual.

Never quit

Winners Never Quit and Quitters Never Win. Vince Lombardi says it perfectly–if you want to be a winner, you can’t quit. Ever.And that’s a motto your child has to learn to live with.

To not stereotype

It is easy to judge others and discriminate. It is important for you to teach her to play with everyone and never judge people by their looks, race, color, or any other stereotype.

You will not be around always

Make sure your child understands that you will not be around every time she messes up. While you do have her back, it is important for her to own up to her mistakes and stand up for herself.