Raising confident kids is imperative in this world! You, as the parent have so much control when it comes to their self-esteem and confidence. They look to you for direction and guidence. Your actions cam set the pace for their lives.
We have learned and done a very great job at raising confident kids. Not to brag at all, just stating the facts. We didnt do it alone, we had help and guidence from some pretty awesome parents. We have 12 steps that we have used. In part 1, we will give you the first 6. Enjoy and let us know if you have any questions. You can leave us a recorded message her on SPEAKPIPE
Here you go, the First 6 of 12 ways to raise confident kids.
1. Compliment them when they walk into the room- Let them know they look good, smile. Your face tells the story how you feel about them. Do not tell them they dont match right away, or to go comb their hair cause it looks sloppy, save that for a little later. Someting like, "You look so nice! I love that you are clean and ready to go" then maybe a minute or so later you can nicely suggest some things they need to do.
2. Do not purposely annoy your children- Kids need to figure thigs out for themselves. Life is tough. However, it doesnt mean to add extra stress to their lives by trying to teach them lessons. Dont add extra stress in hopes that they will better adjust. That is like saying "Some day my kid is going to be cold, so for now Im not going to give them a blanket." That translates in their mind that they lack value which will kill their confidence.
3. Dont be afraid when your child gets hurt- Let them know tht you feel for them and that "This really does suck" they may be upset, they may cry, just be ther for them. Continue to instill confidence in them as they work through it. Let them know they are strong and they will get past it.
4. Be a great role model- This is simple-Kids do as you do, not as you say! If you want great confident kids with great character, be a confident person with great character. Dont smoke week in the garage and tell your kid not to and think that they wont. Most likely they will. The are sponges and watching your every move.
5. Praise them in specifics- When they do someting great, like make a goal in a soccer game. Dont just say, "That was a great goal" Be specific, "That was so cool, the way you faked right, then went left, almost fell then regained your balance and scored!!" That shows that you were really watching them and not on your phone. That makes them feel important, therefor builds confidence.
6. Let them know they can make an impact on the world- Instill in them that one person can make a difference. Look at Martin Luther King, Steve Jobs, Oprah just to name a few. One person matters.
I read a great quote "Unconditional Love is the roots, Confidence is the wings. Young people who have both live bigger lives" Do you want your kids living bigger lives? I know we do!
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