We can learn so many lessons from the Olympics.
The Olympics unite people on a global level, but they also present a unique opportunity to connect on a smaller scale within your own home.
Parenting Coach Andee Martineau armed us with Olympic parenting prompts. These are phrases that will help you draw out real-time family discussions around themes like hard work, discipline, and grit to help you grow together.
Olympic Parenting Prompts
Hard Work: “Look at how much effort they put into training. How do you think we can apply that kind of dedication to our schoolwork or hobbies?”
Perseverance: “Did you notice how they kept going even when it got tough? When was a time you had to push through something difficult?”
Teamwork: “Watch how they rely on each other in the relay race. Why do you think teamwork is important, and how can we use it in our family?”
Sportsmanship: “See how they congratulated their competitor after the race? What does good sportsmanship mean to you?”
Discipline: “Notice the routine they follow before each event. What kind of routines or habits can help us achieve our goals?”
Handling Loss: “Observe how she handled herself after the loss. How can we deal with disappointments in our lives?”
Focus: “Look at how focused they are before their performance. How can we improve our focus on our tasks?”
Goal Setting: “See how they set a goal to win the gold medal? What are some goals we can set for ourselves?”
Overcoming Fear: “Watch how he faced his fear before the high dive. When have you felt scared to do something, and how did you overcome it?”
Practice: “Notice how they practice every day to get better. What is something we can practice daily to improve?”
Healthy Lifestyle: “Look at the importance they place on their diet and exercise. How can we make healthier choices as a family?”
Passion: “See how much they love their sport? What are you passionate about, and how can we pursue it?”
Handling Pressure: “Watch how she stays calm under pressure. What are some ways we can manage stress in our lives?”
Adapting to Change: “Notice how they adapt to unexpected challenges during the competition. How can we become more adaptable?”
Support: “Look at how the teammates support each other. How can we support each other better in our family?”
Learning from Mistakes: “See how they learn from their mistakes and keep improving. What have you learned from your mistakes?”
Celebrating Success: “Watch how they celebrate their victories. Why is it important to celebrate our achievements, big or small?”
Dedication: “Notice their dedication to their sport. What does dedication mean to you, and how can we be more dedicated?”
Respect: “Look at how they respect their coaches and competitors. Why is respect important, and how can we show it to others?”
Being a Role Model: “See how they inspire younger athletes. Who are your role models, and how can you be a role model for others?”
Find more advice from Andee at connectmethodparenting.com.
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