Go to a bookstore and head straight to the ‘Personality and Self-help’ section, you will be amazed to see the number of books written on the topic of self-esteem. The titles of those books may vary; one may talk about how to develop self-esteem, another about dealing with low self-esteem and a third one may sound a little more fancy offering you 101 tips to improve your self-esteem in just 3 Months”. Whatever the titles are, they all point towards the importance of self-esteem to become successful individuals. That holds true for your child too. Self-esteem is the most valuable gift you can give your children.
Experts on child psychology consider three major factors as contributing to the development of self-esteem in young children – a sense of belonging, effective learning and active contribution. Here are a few tips to build self-esteem in …show more content…
For instance, most children love helping their parents in the kitchen. Give her opportunities to help you; it could be as simple as making popcorn in the microwave or peeling vegetables. For children who like being outdoors, you can ask them to help you in the garden. You could give them a couple of plants to look after. Make such activities appear fun, and not like tasks. When she realizes she is helping her parents, she will feel proud of her contribution.
Do not act like a tyrant: Inviting your child’s opinions and suggestions while taking decisions is one of the best ways to build self-esteem in her. Start small by seeking opinions on matters pertaining to herself, for example “We are getting the house painted. What color do you want for your room?” As she grows older, present scenarios where she has to consider the interests of others as well, say “Mommy wants to buy Papa a gift on his birthday. Can you help me choose one that suits him?” When she sees that you are counting on her opinions, she is likely to feel worthy and
Experts on child psychology consider three major factors as contributing to the development of self-esteem in young children – a sense of belonging, effective learning and active contribution. Here are a few tips to build self-esteem in …show more content…
For instance, most children love helping their parents in the kitchen. Give her opportunities to help you; it could be as simple as making popcorn in the microwave or peeling vegetables. For children who like being outdoors, you can ask them to help you in the garden. You could give them a couple of plants to look after. Make such activities appear fun, and not like tasks. When she realizes she is helping her parents, she will feel proud of her contribution.
Do not act like a tyrant: Inviting your child’s opinions and suggestions while taking decisions is one of the best ways to build self-esteem in her. Start small by seeking opinions on matters pertaining to herself, for example “We are getting the house painted. What color do you want for your room?” As she grows older, present scenarios where she has to consider the interests of others as well, say “Mommy wants to buy Papa a gift on his birthday. Can you help me choose one that suits him?” When she sees that you are counting on her opinions, she is likely to feel worthy and