By the time kids graduate high school, they'll have learned how to solve complex math problems, construct critical essays, and maybe even write their own programs. But the most valuable lessons and skills will probably be taught outside of class, most notably by parents or other adult role models. Before kids are out on their own, which life lessons do you think they should all learn?
We've talked before about life skills that everyone should know, such as how to fix a flat or sew a button, but here we're talking about the kinds of skills kids need to learn to be independent, successful, and happy adults—like learning when and how to say no and how to deal with failure.
It's not easy to "lecture" these lessons into kids (and sometimes they'll have to learn the hard way, through mistakes and hindsight), but let's build a list of the best things we can teach kids, whether through example or regular discussion.
To add your suggestion, please use the following format:
Lesson or Skill
Why or How you'd teach it
Try not to repeat another person's suggestion, but star it instead so they're easier for everyone to read.
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