encourage children
If there is a sudden change in the day, then teach the child to follow it and accept that change by remaining calm. Talk to the child about this, explain your thinking process to him. Tell the child that you have to prepare a new plan. Tell him that situations like this keep coming in life, and we have to be prepared for that.
have to take healthy diet
Along with mindful practice, it is also important to have essential nutrients in the diet to promote flexible thinking in children. While preparing a diet plan for your child, keep in mind that there is sufficient amount of nutrients in his food. There are also some foods that work to sharpen the brain and memory of children.
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spend some time outside
Nature plays a very important role in our life. It relaxes the mind as well as stimulates it. Nature is always changing and takes any form at any time. Shows us different sights, sounds and smells. Let the child spend some time outside the house with nature. This gives your child ample opportunities to focus and exercise their cognitive flexibility. Such opportunities are rarely found inside the house.
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play the game by changing the rules
Ask your child to make up some of his own rules for a board game or card game. He can also make or change the rules of an existing game. These types of games are very fun and also come with challenges. This activity will teach your child how to adjust to new rules and changes.
try new things
Together you and your child can try something that no one has ever done before. For example, you can play a new sport, cook a different dish or listen to a different song. This can be an effective way of making sense of different experiences and can boost your child’s cognitive flexibility.
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