I think that this trend in parenting is not looking at things long term. We love our children and want them to have a healthy self-esteem. But, what develops is a generation of kids who are focused on their needs, their wants, and that they are all important.
Instead, I focus with my kids on self-efficacy. That's the ability to feel like you can accomplish anything you set your mind to do. It brings about the abilities for self-estee, but adds confidence and focusing on more than just ';Me';Parenting involves not ruining our childrens ego. How do you do that?
also, not being biased with your children, i.e. thinking they can do no wrong, every other child is beneath them, etc. i've found that easy to do without noticingParenting involves not ruining our childrens ego. How do you do that?
you tell them when they do good. be sure to always tell them when they do bad, but don't tell them that they are bad children. they are good children who have done bad things, but if then continue to do bad things they will be bad children. praise effort, not intelligence. my parents mad those mistakes.
It's the little daily things that make all the difference. Catch them being good, and let them know. Teach them they're not the center of the universe by exposing them to charity, other cultures, and different points of view. Instill a sense of community and responsibility in them, and encourage their natural talents/interests.
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