The Greensburg Daily News – Staff Writer
Adults often make New Year’s resolutions to exercise more, quit smoking, learn a new skill or manage money better. But should kids make resolutions, too? Studies show goal setting can build children’s resilience, confidence, motivation, while instilling values of self-reflection and self-improvement. Experts say these traits, known as a growth mindset, are better predictors of future success than IQ. And while goal setting is different for children, helping them learn to set appropriate goals can also set them up for long-term success. (more)