subject: Inspire More Confidence In Your Children [print this page] As soon as we become adults, we can't help but reminisce about the "good ol' days of childhood," when, if we take the time to truly remember the realities, the challenges facing the young can be very troubling. It is a tumultuous time for them, full of awkwardness--full of moments that could define the rest of their lives.
Though you may wish to as their parent, you cannot make their every decision and force them in the right direction, whatever you perceive that may be. But you can take steps to boost their confidence, which will help them have better judgment and see increased success throughout their life.
Try to stay positive, even when they make mistakes, intentional or unintentional. Try to steer your son or daughter toward a lesson that can be learned from every seemingly discouraging situation.
This will be a useful attitude to take for you, too--you will be better able to let go of your frustration over their natural failings (everyone has them) and gain perspective for the long run.
If you can do anything to ease the awkwardness of their pubescent transition, make efforts to see it done. Your children should learn to focus more on their potential, their achievements, and their inner beauty.
But that doesn't mean that you shouldn't spend the time and budget carefully for savvy and sharp back-to-school fashions or investigate options for straightening their teeth without braces. The day that I had my braces put on, I actually went home and cried, although many of my peers had similar train tracks across their smile.
When you don't look good, you don't feel good. So try to understand that your children are even more self-conscious. If you are operating on a tight budget, then teach them how to shop the clearance rack, hit the sales, and combine coupons while still looking great and fashion-forward.
Give a little leeway on haircuts, color, and highlights. If it boosts your child's confidence, try to be flexible.
Don't be sparing with your praise and appreciation. Turn every good thing they do into a really big deal. Let them know how much it means to you when they do their chores or get an A on their vocabulary test. Support them in their pursuits--make it a point to be present at their hockey games or cheerleading competitions. Your approval means more to them than they will say.
Finally, you should be open with your children. Let them know that you are a refuge for them, and they will be more likely to come to you for more guidance as time goes on.
by: Art Gib
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