It is important that children develop a positive image of
their own. A positive image means that they are self confident; they know their
own limits and trust their own abilities. People who have a positive image
enjoy their lives and can handle themselves in tough situations. So, it is the
same situation for children; in order to build self-confidence, parents need to
show confidence in their children. This feeling is not congenital.
Accept children for who they are.
Children learn a lot more by trying for themselves though it
will take longer and probably be more messy. Patience and confidence can do a
lot. Give children the time and space to try something new and learn from their
mistakes. Provide them with help, if they need it. Be proud of them, whether or
not they succeed. Children with self-confidence are not frightened by new experiences
or learning situations.
Allowing children to complete puzzles or projects on their
own (you will help if they ask) will build their confidence.
Act as a role model. Children learn the most from your
behavior. Children invariably imitate adult behavior, good and bad. They want
to be adults themselves. If they see you cussing, they will cuss. If they see
you praying, they will pray. If they see you helping others, they will try to
help. Abused children are at an increased risk to become child abusers in the
future.
Building confidence in children will help them achieve
success as adults.
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