How to help kids stick to resolutions

The New Year brings a fresh start and an opportunity for everyone, including children, to set goals and make resolutions.

- Riddhima Kapoor Sahni is a jewellery designer, and daughter of veteran actors Rishi Kapoor and Neetu Kapoor

However, sticking to these resolutions often becomes a challenge, for adults and young ones alike.

If children are having trouble sticking to the New Year resolutions, here are a few things parents can do to encourage them and make it a rewarding process.

Explain the concept

The most important part is to make children understand in simple terms what resolutions are. Explain how the goal-setting process—whether it's picking up a new hobby, developing a habit for self-improvement, or other things. Tell them it's a fun way to start fresh and focus on something meaningful.

Let them choose

Children should feel empowered to decide their own resolutions. As a parent, you can guide them but avoid imposing goals. Ask questions and brainstorm ideas to help them come up with resolutions that align with their interests and passions. This will give them a sense of satisfaction and achievement, especially when they complete their resolutions.

Keep it simple