- Develop bright problem solving skills
- Instill self-confidence
- Improve motor skills
- Concentration and Focus
- Explore inner talent
- To simply have fun
The Ultimate Guide to Restore Creativity as a Busy Mom
We’re in a day and age of exuberant talent and immense competition amongst youngsters. The younger generation is measured by their achievements and skills. Our society is so involved in their child’s success that they’ve finally come to realize it’s not just about the test scores and certificates but more about well-rounded learning and knowledge beyond textbooks. Despite being in a rut to achieve maximum success for our children, sometimes as parents, we forget the importance of creativity. More importantly, we fail to understand how to instill creativity in our kids.
Parents are so engrossed in our child’s success that sometimes we lose track of some of the fundamental aspects of building a refined future for our children. Don’t get me wrong; we all want our kids to excel academically, but sometimes it’s essential to give them the freedom to discover their own journey and destination.
Creativity is a sparse topic that cannot merely be taught; it is defined by our imaginations and ideas, especially in an artistic sense. Over the years, we have learned to look past the traditional definition of creativity and have come to understand that it is not just an essential aspect in the art field but is quite literally the key to success in everything we do. Christine Carter, a sociologist at UC Berkley, says, “Creativity helps us deal with change, problem-solving, affects our social and emotional intelligence, enhances our understanding of math and science, and is a key component to health and happiness.”
All of us are born innovators. Our brains function in unique ways and are full of vivid imaginations; but, if we set up a platform that restrains our kid’s mind from releasing creative energy, we limit their capacity to challenge, discover and innovate new ideas. As guardians, it is our responsibility to set up a safe space and provide outstanding materials and opportunities for the young minds to widen their creative horizons.
Here’s a list that expresses why creativity is important for growing minds:
Being a busy mom can be a hassle; you’re always on your toes; Packing lunches, running to work, checking up on your kids, and your day just doesn’t seem to end. It’s a never-ending cycle, and sometimes it can feel like you’re missing out on a lot of things, and at the end of the day, you’re back to questioning your parenting skills.
Below, we share 8 quick tips that can help you encourage your child’s creativity:
#1. Design a creative, safe space
Building a creative space for your kids does not necessarily mean having a big playroom or a fancy backyard; it could simply be a corner of a room set up with interesting books, legos, art materials, or even just some basic toys.
Here are some quick budget ideas to spice up your creative corner:
- Fill up with art supplies: It does not have to be expensive or too complex, they can be anything ranging from cheap crayons to leftover acrylic paints and a set of blank papers. Make sure they’re easily accessible for the kids.
- Pick a spot that gets enough light: Natural light is an important motivating factor; it contributes a ton to creativity. If there is no access to natural light, you can substitute with fairy lights, lamps, or any other kinds of safe lighting. Brightness can definitely introduce a noticeable difference.
- Relax: Creativity is not all about work and creating things; some times, it is just about peace and comfort. A comfortable, inviting space can go a long way for kids while trying to soak up some inspiration. Fill up the space with pillows, bean bags, chairs, books, posters, and finally, top it up with a little music player to complete the space.
#2. “Learn from your mistakes”
A significant part of achieving creative intelligence is to be unafraid of making mistakes and creating limitless boundaries for your children. Kids who are trained to shy away from making mistakes will fear to step out of their comfort zones, and as a result, they will be confined to limited creativity. It’s important to teach your children to process their mistakes, and learn from them, encourage them to explore their interests. The key is to focus on your child’s journey rather than the destination itself, help them perceive imperfections to turn them into positive life lessons. Please encourage them to solve small problems around the house; this would allow them to explore their skills and make them more confident while accepting the chances of failure.
#3. Avoid controlling
Children are fueled by their curiosity, which is what makes them much more creatively enhanced in comparison to us, adults. They are blessed with the capability to explore their surroundings in a creative manner. However, this is often negated with over-parenting and hovering over during their playtime. As parents, we are worried about our children around the clock, but it’s our responsibility to make sure this does not negatively impact our child’s growth. It is important to let your kids feel free, especially during their playtimes. Let them create their own rules and manage their own boundaries; there’s no better way to learn. We need to come up with tricks and tips to restore and encourage creativity without controlling it.
#4. Help your kids elevate their senses
Young minds can be extremely responsive to their senses; these responses can trigger a creative part of their brain and inspire them to think outside the box. As parents, there are quite a few things you can do to expose your kids to the world around you as much as possible. Again, this does not mean taking lavish and expensive trips. Here are some budget ideas to activate your child’s senses:
- Take them for a stroll in the park, you could even organize picnic dates.
- Day trips to zoos or safaris. Being around animals can trigger a part of you that is not easily encountered on a daily basis.
- Take them to the library, museum or other outdoor places.
- Enroll them in to some weekly classes (Arts, dance etc.)
#5. Encourage creative discussions
Critical thinking is an important aspect that contributes to a child’s IQ as well as creative intelligence. As a parent, it’s your responsibility to ensure you plan and carry out creative discussions at home, whether it’s on the dinner table or on the way home from football practice. Try and find time to fit in a good, well-rounded conversation. Your kids need to acquire problem-solving skills and learn how to approach a problem in multiple ways.
Here are a few questions to get fuel up a good, creative discussion:
- If you could replace your life with that of someone famous, whose would it be and why?
- Which color makes you the happiest, and what do you think is so happy about that particular color?
- If you were given a choice to have a any super power in the world, what would it be and why
- If your pet could talk, what kind of conversations do you think you would have?
- What is your favorite place in the world and why?
- What makes you happy?
#6. Organize art activities
Art is one of the most creative methods of expression; it nurtures imagination and fun activity that may relieve any stress your child might have. There are no rules and limits when planning an art activity, it can be something as simple as drawing, or something more complex are sculpting. Art acts as a way of expressing emotions and ideas, it gives your child a sense of freedom, and at the same time, it encourages crucial life skills such as concentration, focus, hand-eye coordination, and fine motor skills.
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