Parents and caretakers can do a lot to help their children by making them feel like they are a superhero. The superhero status represents the child’s confidence, sense of autonomy, and the ability to self-soothe, especially when being hit by a bout of anxiety.
We all have them: worries. Throughout the day (and night!) we worry about many things, whether it is about doing a good job as parents or partners, showing up for work in the midst of a pandemic, or simply making it through the day because we have a newborn.
Over time, people can learn to apply their inherent skills and abilities in innovative ways that lead to the outcome(s) they desire. When we recognize the kind of mindset we are in when striving towards a goal or milestone, we can maximize those outcomes while feeling better about what we do and why.
What we are currently experiencing collectively will influence the way we parent. My life has gradually been turned upside down since the lockdown began three months ago.
A subject of great relevance to occupational psychologists today is the advancement of leadership development programs. They are also interested in offering coaching to individuals to help them refine their leadership style/approach and gain confidence in their roles as leaders.
Technology and social media bring up the emotions. Personally, I feel torn between letting technology infiltrate my life out of convenience, and taking a stand against it by turning my phone off on weekends.