Today, we’ll discuss how to identify when our kids are saying “no” to an activity or opportunity because they are feeling scared about learning something new. We’ll talk about how a simple conversation with your kids can help you get to the bottom of their feelings and give them the confidence to try new things.

Finally, we’ll talk about how you can show your kids how to overcome “no” by modeling a love of learning and getting over your fear of asking for help when you need it.

POINT #1: Sometimes “No” Means “I’m Scared”

* If your kids are saying “no” to a new activity or opportunity that you genuinely think they would enjoy, take the time to talk to them about it and ask questions.

* When children are afraid of trying or learning something new, they sometimes say that they don’t want to do it—even if you know they would enjoy it.

* To prevent your child from missing out on fun or beneficial learning experiences,