Make sure you're showing your child this kind of love on a daily basis. Say it with your words, your actions, and your heart. Allow him to try various sports, hobbies and activities. Encourage him to apply himself to those things he enjoys and seems skilled at. Accomplishment builds self-confidence.
Chores help a child feel like a capable, responsible member of the family.
Doing chores promotes a feeling of being trusted, skilled and important. Let him learn through his trials, his struggles, and his mistakes. A child's greatest sense of accomplishment comes through personal effort, and personal success. A child creates an image of himself largely through input from others, especially his parents. But think about what your words are saying, and find alternatives that more clearly describe your intended meaning.