![]() ![]() He may ask you why you have lied – and you should be honest. Depending on his intellectual maturity, you can describe to him that the Santa portrayed in the media and in the public is a metaphor for or a symbol of those that give.Īnd ultimately you can let him know that it is you, not the big man in red, who provides him with gifts. You can talk about the value behind unconditional giving to those that are less fortunate and in need.Īnd then you can gently let your son know that there are actually many "Santa-type" people in the world – that care for and give to others, such as parents, grandparents and other loved ones. You can introduce the topic by telling your child of Saint Nicholas and how he was recognized and admired for his secret gift-giving. This is important to communicate to him when you break the news – so that he does not feel that he has been told a completely fabricated piece of information. So, there is in fact a historic Santa that does exist – just not the way your son (and most other children) believe. Keep in mind that our modern day Santa has several core roots, including Saint Nicholas who was a historical saint and bishop from the 4th Century. Remember that children can be cruel, and given that he is of an age where the majority of kids know and accept that Santa does not exist - let him know sooner rather than later so that he is not unnecessarily teased. ![]() However, this is a part of raising a child and preparing them for the real world. Parents can feel heartbroken, shattering these beliefs with the reality of life - particularly when they have such awe about the wonders of the world. The longer answer is that, for me, one of the most amazing things about children is the innocence and enthusiasm of their beliefs. ![]()
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