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How to Boost a Child's Self Esteem
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Why It's Important
We live in a global society and at a young age, our children begin comparing themselves to everyone in the world. Advertisers work very hard convincing them that they are not good enough without certain products, such as cosmetics, designer clothes and the latest technology. We must empower our children with self-esteem to find the beauty within, recognize self-worth and face challenges with self-confidence. Photo: Getty Images
Recognize Achievements with Praise
You build self-esteem in your child by recognizing and acknowledging achievements with praise. You helped her develop confidence as you encouraged her to attempt and subsequently, master crawling, walking and toilet training. You continue to build her feeling of self-worth by praising her for achievements in school and sports, when she makes the right choices and takes an active role in community service. Photo: Getty Images
Be Encouraging
The changes of adolescence plus any other life changing experiences such as divorce, relocating and attending a new school or dealing with an illness like cancer, greatly impact a teenager’s self-esteem. Parents, teachers and counselors have a crucial role to encourage children, accentuate the positive, be patient and help youngsters get back on track when feelings of self-worth falter. Photo: Getty Images
Resist Comparison
Parents need to resist the urge to compare their child to any one else, especially to siblings. Focus your energy on highlighting the strengths of each member of the family. Photo: Getty Images
Reinforce the Uniqueness and Beauty of the Individual’s Body
Every child needs to be told and needs to believe that his body is beautiful, regardless of size, color and shape. Children need to love themselves and appreciate the uniqueness of each individual body. When young people so desperately want to fit in, it can be trying but vital to help them accept that our difference defines our uniqueness. Photo: Getty Images
Three Daily Compliments
Encourage your child to give himself three specific compliments before going to bed each night. For example, “ I did better on that biology test today than I thought. “ Focusing on things that make him feel good about himself builds self-esteem. Photo: Getty Images
Take Charge Over Negative Thoughts
When negative mental messages overtake a young person’s thoughts, he needs to learn to take charge over these thoughts and consciously tell himself to stop. By doing so, he takes the power away from the discouraging voice within. He must use positive self talk and replace negative thoughts with positive affirmations. Photo: Getty Images
Nurture Problem-solving Skills
High self-esteem fosters independence, flexibility and confidence, the ability to manage change and accept criticism. Parents can help their children develop problem solving skills by role playing and discussing possible solutions to difficult situations. Article by Maryann Gromisch Sources: KidsHealth.org: The Story of Self-Esteem LovetoKnow.com:Ways to Build Self-Esteem Photo: Getty Images
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