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Character Matters: How to Help Our Children Develop Good Judgment, Integrity, and Other Essential Virtues

by Thomas Lickona

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As parents, we want nothing but the best for our children. We want them to be happy, healthy, and successful. We want them to make good choices and to be kind and compassionate people. But how do we help them develop these important qualities?

One of the most important things we can do is to help our children develop good judgment. Good judgment is the ability to make wise choices, even in difficult situations. It's the ability to weigh the pros and cons of different options and to choose the best course of action.

There are many things we can do to help our children develop good judgment. One of the most important is to provide them with opportunities to make choices. Let them choose what they want to wear, what they want to eat, and what they want to do. As they get older, let them make more important choices, such as what activities they want to participate in and what classes they want to take.

It's also important to talk to our children about the consequences of their choices. Help them understand that every choice they make has consequences, both positive and negative. By talking to them about the consequences of their choices, we can help them learn to think about the long-term effects of their actions.

In addition to helping our children develop good judgment, we also need to help them develop integrity. Integrity is the quality of being honest and truthful. It's the quality of ng what is right, even when it's difficult.

One of the best ways to help our children develop integrity is to be a role model for them. Children learn by watching the adults in their lives. If we want our children to be honest and truthful, we need to be honest and truthful ourselves.

We also need to teach our children the importance of integrity. Talk to them about why it's important to be honest and truthful. Help them understand that integrity is a virtue that will help them succeed in life.

Finally, we need to help our children develop other essential qualities, such as kindness, compassion, and empathy. These qualities are important for helping our children become well-rounded individuals.

One of the best ways to help our children develop these qualities is to expose them to different cultures and perspectives. Take them to different countries, meet people from different backgrounds, and talk to them about different ways of life. By exposing them to different cultures and perspectives, we can help them develop a better understanding of the world and a greater appreciation for others.

We can also help our children develop these qualities by volunteering in our communities. Volunteering is a great way to teach children the importance of giving back and helping others. By volunteering, children can learn the value of hard work and the importance of making a difference in the world.

Helping our children develop good judgment, integrity, and other essential qualities is one of the most important things we can do as parents. By providing them with opportunities to make choices, talking to them about the consequences of their actions, and being role models for them, we can help them develop the skills they need to make wise choices, to do what is right, and to become well-rounded individuals.

Character Matters: How to Help Our Children Develop Good Judgment, Integrity, and Other Essential Virtues

by Thomas Lickona

4.4 out of 5