Are we creating unrealistic expectations when we praise our kid just for waking up in the morning? Turns out there is too much of a good thing, but we can also reframe how, when, and why we praise our kids.

Molly and Blaire discuss:

Praising process over achievements

The three s's of praise

Praise inflation

Kids can sense when praise isn't genuine. Instead of congratulating them on their every action and creating an unrealistic standard for praise in the future, focus on encouragement without value judgement or "I" statements.

Links!

Paul L. Underwood for The New York Times: "Are You Overpraising Your Child?"

Ashley Cullins for Big Life Journal: "The Ultimate Guide to Praising Your Kids"

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