And when things don’t go well and children feel anxious, sad, disappointed, afraid or frustrated, resilience helps them understand that these uncomfortable emotions usually don’t last forever. This is because they’re more willing to try again even if things don’t go the way they want the first time. Resilient children are often good at solving problems and learning new skills. And when children overcome setbacks and problems, it builds their confidence and helps them feel more capable the next time a problem comes up. Children who are resilient can recover from setbacks and get back to living their lives more quickly. You can help your child learn skills and develop resilience by having a warm, supportive relationship with them. Resilience is the ability to 'vounce back' after challenges ans tough times.Ĭhildren build resilience over time through experience. Problems come in all sahpes and sizes, and it is our ability to 'bounce back' from challeneges that shapes our resilience.
