October 3, 2021 4 years ago leave a comment 419 Views Likes:
Praise the process instead of the outcome. E.g praise the kid putting effort into a math assignment not only when they get an A.
Kids are more likely to develop a positive attitude toward future challenges and have the confidence to do things even though they aren’t good at it.
Do not compare! It’s not healthy to be trapped in a vicious cycle of competition.
Social comparisons can teach kids to always measure success based on the outcomes of other people.
Use observation languages. Instead of saying, “That’s so good!” you may want to say, “l love the colors in your painting. Tell me more about why you chose them.”
These simple language tweaks can help your kids feel proud of themselves. It can also make them more excited to take on more challenging things in the future.
Lastly, it’s important to create an environment of emotional safety. If your child failed a spelling test, refrain from telling them they should have studied harder. Instead, ask them what they think they can do to improve next time.
Kids need to know that they can come to their parents not just when they’ve done something well, but also when they are struggling with a specific task or challenge.
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