Top 5 Tips to raise your child’s self-esteem:
Encourage the best in them - consider encouraging them to focus on the things they do best. As parents we would know our children’s good qualities so why not focus on them to promote their self-esteem.
Give unconditional love – accept your child the way he/she is, regardless of his/her weaknesses, disabilities, temperament or difficulties.
A lesson from a mistake – there is a quote that says, ‘you learn from your mistakes’ and we believe in this quote. Sometimes, letting children make a mistake is more beneficial than jumping in and saying, “Oh don’t worry, I’ll help you!” By doing this, you are making them dependant on you. Therefore, a lesson learnt in life is a value earned for life!
Please don’t compare – This is the worst thing a parent/carer can do to their child. For example, “Why can’t you play football like Mike?” This will hurt them at heart and will constantly remind them of their weaknesses. Let your child know that you appreciate his/her uniqueness which will help their confidence level.
Be all ears – Children often feel that parents ignore their opinions. If a child is sad to leave a friend’s house please value his feelings rather than saying, “Oh you’ll be fine once you get inside the car” No! Make him comfortable by saying that you understand he/she is sad but next time you can invite the friend over to your house. This will tell them that you value their feelings and their desires.
INSPIRATIONAL QUOTE:
"Be yourself. There is something that you can do better than any other. Listen to the inward voice and bravely obey that."
“You are born original, don’t die a copy”
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>To change the lives of millions of children worldwide by boosting their life skills and emotional skills
>To contribute to better parenting by providing parents with the information, guidance, products and services to apply positive parenting with their children, so parents can truly become their child's coach.
>To work with schools and local education authorities to improve the effectiveness and enjoyment by children of social and emotional development in schools, especially at primary level.
>To collaborate with governments and other national and international agencies to promote social and emotional learning for children as a powerful stimulus for social change