11 tips: promoting independence for children

Children have a natural urge to become independent. We reveal how parents can gently support their children – without putting pressure on them. 11 tricks to promote child independence.

The most important prerequisite for our loved ones to become independent is the so-called "Basic trust". Children need to be sure that they are loved unconditionally, regardless of success or failure. This way they can courageously take the first steps towards independence.