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Regarding son 7years old
Hello..need some advice on my 7yr old boy .. he is getting extremely materialistic day by day... He will always discuss supercars, luxury homes etc all the time.. he was fascinated by different brands from early childhood only, but that was never materialistic in nature... Like for eg. He will say, oh this is Carrier smart AC! But it was never something to demean others..he can even tell the model.
But now it is getting materialistic. Like my father has this car, my house has this AC, we have this TV... Open the window on the road while traveling and he will complain of bad smell..
Talking to elders very rudely, not answering when someone calls him are the issues I'm dealing with along with this.
Family is very materialistic, inlaws n all...but they say he is getting this materialism from school..school is a reputed one in the city. However, I feel that more than school, value systems come from home.
Kindly guide me on how to raise him as gentle, down to earth person?
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To raise your 7-year-old boy as a gentle and down-to-earth person, it's essential to focus on instilling positive values and behaviors at home. Encourage empathy, kindness, and gratitude through your own actions and interactions. Teach him about the importance of valuing people over material possessions. Engage in activities that promote sharing, generosity, and community involvement. Limit exposure to excessive materialism and encourage non-materialistic hobbies and interests. Consistently model respectful communication and set clear boundaries for rudeness. Foster a loving and supportive environment that prioritizes character development over material wealth. Seek guidance from a child psychologist for personalized advice.
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Hi, Behavioral development is thought to result from the interplay among genetic inheritance, cultural contexts,and care takers practices.If you think your child needs to change his behaviour,you need to be a good model for him.Talk to him .Show him movies with good morals .
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Hi,
You need parental counseling for proper guidance. Till then, visiting Ngo, spiritual places, meditation can help.
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Hi ,
You must first model the lifestyle that you want for your son , this means thinking through your own relationship with material things with a willingness to make changes if any are needed. When your actions match your words, it becomes a powerful example for our child to follow.
You could have a discussion with the family of how it’s affecting your son with emphasis to Model non-materialistic behavior.
- Value experiences over material things
- Talk to your son about money.
- Avoid material rewards — and consequences.
- Spend quality time together.
- Model disciplined spending and generosity.
- Shift your focus onto the needs of others. Charity .
- Foster gratitude, having and expressing gratitude can decrease materialism and increase generosity . Instilling good values . For example, feelings of gratitude can be enhanced by a daily gratitude reflection around the dinner table , keeping a gratitude jar .
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Consult a Psychologist, you will be talking in a safe environment , this can help and guide you .
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Role Model , children learn by example .
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Hi
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discuss moral stories
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motovate for social work
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Ms. Shivangi Gupta
Psychologist
6 yrs exp
Delhi
Hello. It seems like your son is facing some behavioural issues and it’s important to address these issues as soon as possible. Please seek help from a mental health professional so that these issues don’t exacerbate.
Take care.
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Ms. Simran Dugar
Mental Health Counselor
3 yrs exp
Kolkata
I understand your concerns as a parent, and it's natural to want the best for your child. To raise your 7-year-old as a gentle, down-to-earth person, remember that it's a journey that takes time and patience. Lead by example with kindness and empathy, showing him the value of these qualities in daily interactions. Encourage gratitude and help him appreciate the joy of experiences over material possessions. Engage in activities that nurture his creativity and foster a sense of compassion towards others. Be there to listen and have open conversations about values and emotions, creating a safe space for him to express himself. Remember, your love and support will play a significant role in shaping his character and guiding him towards becoming a kind and down-to-earth individual.
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Mr. Sandeep Kumar
Psychologist
12 yrs exp
Chandigarh
Hi dear parent,
This is normal behaviour as per the mentioned age, don't take stress with age he will gain maturity and understanding.
Just try to be more non judgemental and calm.
Consult with our experts for learning resources skills for tackling the children and conscious patenting skills.
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Mr. Gunjan Maithil
Psychologist
13 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hi.. The core issue is lying latent in your query. Perhaps I would suggest parent counselling over and above child counselling. Also, you need to keep your child's upbringing away from your own personal differences with your in-laws. Dual thought process is even more harmful for a child than being materialistic. He will eventually learn things that you and your husband value, but it is not absolute. There is always an element of individual differences when it comes to learning/parenting. We can teach anything to anyone and s/he may learn what s/he wants to learn anyway. What we can do best is to be a good role model rather than trying to be a guide/guru. A child must know that there are other ways of dealing with the same situation be it personal, social, or professional.
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Parent Counselling is required.
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Ms. Smriti
Counselling Psychologist
18 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hi need to discuss moral stories ,concept of donation will help
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