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Childrens’ thoughts are shaped by what they see and hear. The adults in their lives have incredible power to build up a child or to tear them down. Parents, educators, and caregivers can help kids grow in self-confidence by following these seven tips based on the word BELIEVE. Plus check out this free Affirmation Sticky Notes downloadable that you can use to encourage a child.
Children are filled with self-doubt throughout their lives. Model how they can talk to themselves with kindness and positivity.
Encourage them with phrases that let them know this may be hard, but they have what it takes to overcome and succeed.
Let them share feelings of self-doubt, disappointment, or worry without telling them to “suck it up” or “get over it.” Encourage them feel their feelings and then share ways to work through them and find a better path forward.
Invest in their dreams and passions with your time and attention – even when they don’t match up with what you wanted for them. Showing up is one of the greatest gifts we can give to kids.
Try to avoid spiraling into the “I can’t do it” pitfalls with them by adding the word “yet” at the end of any “I can’t” phrases, and remind them they “Can’t Do It YET.” Or you can use any of the phrases from this book!
Validate their fear of failure, which can be a powerful barrier to effort and success. It is normal to feel scared when we try something new. Share stories of personal failure and how you overcame or how you dealt with the frustration successfully.
Help them find the best version of themselves by coaching them up, helping them through hard times, and letting them know they were born with a gift to offer the world. It’s our job as their adults to help them find it!
Written by Amie Dean.
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