Review: Strategies for increasing children's self esteem
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 02 6, 2014
The book presents the author's strategies for increasing children's self esteem through effective communication and setting the right example. As children develop, they unconsciously acquire certain habits, ways of thinking, and manner of speaking. Their environment plays a major role in this, but the biggest influence are the adults they're around. Children's self esteem can be shaped by how these adults interact with them. The author states that it is never too late to begin training and influencing a child in such ways that they learn to be more confidant and have greater self esteem.After discussing the factors that influence self esteem during the developmental years of a child, the author goes into specific ways that an adult can interact with a child to increase the child's self esteem. Children learn from both words and deeds. Adults can teach children that fear and anxiety can be overcome. Focus on the positive things in their life and on doing their best. Recognize that weaknesses offer opportunities for improving themselves. Use praise, but don't overdo it so much that it's just empty words. Build trust through a calm attitude.It's a short book - perhaps an hour to read - but in my opinion the author has some sound practical advice for parents and other adults who influence children's self esteem.