Building Self-Esteem in Your Child

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Self-esteem is a set of perceptions and feelings that we have about ourselves and these patterns are formed in early childhood. The way your child values herself/himself is a factor that affects the choices they make as well as their behavior. Children with low self-esteem grow up to be insecure adults, have trouble making friends, are more vulnerable to substance abuse, bullying, eating disorders and suicidal tendencies.

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AayushiT

Very insightful article with suggestions that can help every parent. Developing self esteem is one of the most crucial aspects of bringing up a child.

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VP00

Super duper beautiful..Thank you so much for this insight... I love it

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vidushi15

Children indeed are shaped through their childhood experiences and what they think and feel about themselves determines how they are molded. Important for parents to reflect upon.

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LavanyaChadha

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Early childhood experiences indeed have a crucial role to play in building an individual\'s self esteem which in turn shapes the personality of the individual. Unconditional positive strokes, authentic communication, accepting the differences of your child may make a lot of difference.

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@Harry

Useful tips

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ouseph

Very relevant on these days of over stress and competition.

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Devish

rocking wayy

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kkjha123

Really very practical tips

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Nayanpr

Very well written and very helpful

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sukesh30

very helpful..

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DIMMY

Very nice article

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shegena

Thank you for the wonderful tips

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sibandi301783

very useful tips

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bmdoss

Very useful tips

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jinglerobs

excellent

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swasen

Useful tips..Thank you!!

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vidyabhushansah

fantastic excellent

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503127

Very useful tips

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praveena_sre

Well written and an must read for all parents

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mehtesham

useful tips

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moulee

Very insightful and practical tips, which in this fast paced world, many parents overlook