- Express positive feelings to your child.
- Avoid saying negative things that may be hurtful to them. A child will always remember something said that was unkind.
- Show sensitivity to your child's feelings.
- Praise your child and tell them how proud they make you feel.
- Persuade them to make positive remarks about themselves. Self-talk is a great way to stay in a good mind-state.
- Teach them about making good decisions. Once a child learns to exercise sound judgment they has shown responsibility.
- Reinforce your childs good behavior by rewarding them.
- Allow them to find solutions to their problems.
- Stay out of a conflict you know your child can resolve.
- Avoid lashing out at your child when you have a problem. Try to keep your distance until you are calm and collected. Your anger can make your child feel like they have done something wrong.
Wednesday, 05 May 2010 18:24
10 Ways To Encourage Self-esteem In Your Child
Written by Naomi Richards
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Naomi is a life coach for children. She works with children aged 6+ on a variety of issues such as; self-esteem, friendships, home and school life, family realationships including divorce. She works from home and uses creative tools to get the child to open up about what is bothering them and looks at options to make life more positive and happier for the child. She is supportive, imaginative, creative and works collaboratively with the children.
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