As our families settle into the new school year, it’s a great time to teach our kids — and remind ourselves as parents — the power of helping those around us. Studies show that doing something nice for someone else helps build confidence, reduces stress, and promotes positive behavior in kids and teens.
A great way to help your kids spread positivity is to embark on mini missions as a family. Giving kids small assignments for their day helps them get back into the swing of social interaction, and it’s a great way for parents to connect with them after school.
Here are a few mini mission ideas to get you started:
- Send a note of gratitude to a friend or family member
- Pay a stranger a compliment
- Hold open the door for someone
- Return shopping carts at the grocery store
- Hand out sticky notes with positive messages written on them
- Make thank you cards for local police officers, firefighters, or other public servants
- Pick up litter at the park or while on a walk in your neighborhood
- Set an alarm on your phone to stop and say positive affirmations to yourself
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