Do you find that your children are comparing themselves to others at school and on social media? Monica Hinderer joins Doug discussing how to keep your children from falling into the trap of comparisons.

They share how comparison is the thief of joy, it can result in a decrease in self-esteem, increase in anxiety and stress, resentment and strained relationships. They discuss the importance of acceptance, affirmation, celebrating your child’s efforts, and limiting social media i helping to avoid comparisons.

Listener questions and comments:

• Sally - When correcting my son about a bad grade, he gets upset and tells me I don’t appreciate his efforts.
• Tony - You should use virtues to discern correctly, whether comparing or correcting in a positive way.

 

Resources:

Johnson O'Connor Research Foundation

https://www.jocrf.org/