Hobbies are important for building self-esteem<\/a>, both in children and in adults. In children the effect is particularly powerful because they have so many opportunities to parlay that newfound sense of self-esteem into positive pursuits.<\/p>\n\n\n\nFor hobbies to have a positive impact on self esteem the most important thing is that it must be a hobby that your child has a genuine interest in. If children are pushed to take part in hobbies that don\u2019t really interest them, then the same positive effects won\u2019t be seen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Children gain self-esteem from hobbies because it gives them not only the opportunity to find satisfaction in doing something well and gaining a new skill, but it gives them the opportunity to earn genuine praise for something that they are passionate about. On the flip side, children with hobbies also learn how to \u2018fail\u2019 at something, and have got satisfaction out of it anyway because they were enjoying themselves. These are all great lessons to take into the rest of life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Finally, a hobby gives a child the opportunity to gain \u2018wins\u2019 when they are feeling frustrated. For example, a child struggling with their homework might boost their mood by partaking in a hobby that they are good at.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Improved prospects<\/h3>\n\n\n\n Hobbies are also important as your child progresses through life. As they apply for universities and jobs, employers and potential colleges will want to know about their extra-curricular activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This is one of the many reasons that prestigious schools like The Rugby School Thailand<\/a> put such a strong focus on extracurriculars as part of school life.<\/p>\n\n\n\nOpportunities to make friends<\/h3>\n\n\n\n Particularly for children who are perhaps not as loud or outgoing as their peers, hobbies provide a great opportunity to show their best qualities to potential new friends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Children who have a good group of friends are likely to thrive academically because they have a sense of support around them as they navigate school life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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