Nurturing Children’s Empathy

 

Children are hard-wired for empathy, but unless it is nurtured the trait may lie dormant. Parenting advice based on research that nurture our children’s capacity to feel for others

 

…3 Simple Ways to Boost Children’s Empathy

Research tells us empathy is a trait we can develop in our kids. Real and meaningful experiences are always the best way to activate a child’s heart. Look for opportunities for your child to give to others. Meanwhile, here are three proven techniques to help children learn to feel for others and develop a stronger, more caring heart.

 

– Point Out Other People’s Feelings….

– Switch Roles to “Feel” the Other Side…

– Imagine Someone’s Feelings…

 

by Michele Borba