The purpose of teaching good questioning is to support the development of an honest and authentic relationship between your child and the world. But questions sometimes can lead to discovering harsh realities and discouragement. As you teach your child to question, teach them to use what they learn to construct rather than to destroy. As they learn to question, make it clear that you believe in goodness and the ability of people to create a positive way of life.
Optimism is a choice.
The tone of the question can influence the answer dramatically. Optimistically phrased questions invite collaboration and expansive answers. Negatively phrased questions can cause concern and result in meager information. Looking forward with a positive spirit results in constructive questions which propel the questioner toward solutions. Optimism is often based on faith that things will work out for the best.