The Strength Switch

Résumé du livre

Lea Waters is a psychologist, researcher, professor, author, and internationally known speaker who is regarded as one of the world's foremost authorities on Positive Education, Positive Organizations, and Strength-Based Parenting and Teaching. Professor Waters has been a University of Melbourne academic for twenty-five years, serving as the Founding Director of the Centre for Positive Psychology (now the Centre for Wellbeing Science) and the inaugural holder of the Gerry Higgins Chair in Positive Psychology.

Parents have the capacity to guide their children towards happiness and success in various aspects of life, including school. This can be achieved by encouraging children to engage in activities that align with their inherent strengths. Additionally, parents play a crucial role in promoting awareness of these strengths and fostering activities that bring enjoyment. Additionally, mindfulness and strength-based praise are essential tools for creating positive and supportive communication between parents and children. Tell your children stories of strength. Instead of frequently recalling moments when they were hesitant to dive into the swimming pool, focus on narrating incidents that highlight their strengths. For instance, share a story about when they spontaneously crafted a gift for a relative or friend. Highlight the specific strengths they exhibited during these instances, such as kindness, foresight, or organizational skills. Alternatively, pick a particular strength and encourage your children to share moments when they believe they showcased this strength most prominently in their lives.

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