What to do if your child is timid

If a child has character defects, it will have a great impact on his future development. For example, nowadays, many children are afraid of strangers and are timid. This problem may cause the child to develop a timid and overly introverted personality in the future. Therefore, when the child becomes timid and afraid of strangers, parents must take certain methods to solve the problem. Here are some solutions recommended for you!

1. Let nature take its course and don’t rush things

Children's timid and bad psychological behaviors develop gradually as they grow older, under the influence of environment and education. We cannot expect to overcome them overnight. We must follow the principle of gradual progress and guide them patiently.

If the child is afraid to go shopping by himself, parents can take the child shopping together first; tell the child the general procedure of shopping, accompany the child to the same store next time, encourage the child to buy as much as he wants, etc. The child may be afraid to speak at the beginning. Parents can help him start and then let the child continue. After a few times, when the child gradually becomes familiar with the store, parents can watch the child go shopping from a distance, and then let the child go to other stores alone.

2. Don’t blame or humiliate your child in public

This will only increase the child's stress and frustration, making him more timid and withdrawn. When a child refuses to call people, do not force him to call in front of the guests, and do not say scolding and humiliating words such as "He can't even call people, he's a mute." Instead, wait until the guests leave and then patiently educate and encourage the child.

3. Create conditions to expand children’s exposure

Parents should consciously let their children have extensive contact with society, guide them to interact with other people, and let them participate in activities such as games, shopping, and receiving guests without realizing it. For children who are afraid to find others to play with, you can first take him to watch other children play. When he is infected by others' joy, ask other children to invite him and encourage him to actively participate.

4. Let go and discipline your child

We must dare to let go and allow our children to be tempered in the ocean of life. Some parents always treat their children as children, or are afraid that their children cannot withstand being beaten, and often say: "You can't do it" or "You are still young". Parents' over-care for their children will make their children timid and fearful, lacking in independent spirit and adaptability, and they will become panic-stricken and at a loss once they leave their parents. Moderate setbacks and hardships are indispensable assets for a child's growth. Parents should never deprive their children of this ability easily, but should let them play freely. Children especially like to play with sand and mud, and parents should try not to interfere with how they play.