by Gabby Bugwadia

Created on: March 07, 2010   Last Updated: October 27, 2010

All parents would like to successfully raise independent, self-motivated children- - - for that would be a critical component of success in their later years as adults. But gauging from the inadequacies which some of our today's youth demonstrate and witnessing the escalating crime rates amongst youngsters, can this be really achieved by all parents? What can parents do to make this possible, what direction parents need to take in raising independent, self-motivated children?

Parenting successfully is a skill that can be learnt and practiced by any parent who is seriously dedicated to applying the underlying principles of nurturing their children effectively. Parents would need to initiate the process by tuning their mindset and by believing that the essence of a fulfilling parenthood is to eventually guide children to maturity; it is only then, that children can  become independent and self-motivated adults. Self-motivation is a desirable factor to be ingrained in children while motivating them to success. It could play a significant role in your child's long-term development- - -making him/her a responsible, productive and successful adult. 

Let us enumerate five effective principles involved in raising independent, self-motivated children:

1 -Develop trust

Parents need to take time and develop in their children a sense of trust. By building a trusting relationship with children, they can inspire them to be self-motivated. It can also instill in them a sense of security-leading them to try out varied avenues and face the challenges which come their way, independently.

2 -Encourage independence

Children do have an innate built-in drive towards independence. However, it needs to be encouraged by the parents. As the child begins to crawl, stand, walk and explore, the exploration stage begins-even while trying to find out how things feel, taste and smell. It is this brand of independence which self-motivates the child to go on to the next step.

3  -Allow freedom

Parents can help by allowing the child the freedom to choose by letting go and not restraining the child's curiosity. Allowing the child the freedom to follow a natural pattern of growth can do wonders for the child. If the child's innate interest is allowed to blossom, it can motivate him/her towards independence and develop his/her feelings of self-worth.

4 -Provide opportunities

Parents can help raise self-motivated children when they provide opportunities

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