October 2011

If a Child Lives with Praise, He Learns to Appreciate-Part 8

October 30, 2011

The power of praise is undeniable, readily observable and well-documented.  Praise is the mechanism through which children receive emotional feedback regarding who they are and what they are all about.  When a child hears honest and specific compliments, feelings of confidence and self-esteem are nurtured.  Do you remember how you felt when your parents or [...]

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If a Child Lives with Encouragement, He Learns Confidence-Part 7

October 10, 2011

In the earliest days and months of life, your mother was the emotional microcosm of the entire universe for you.  It is within this relationship that you learned to express your needs, to tolerate frustration and to have needs met.  You learned what worked within the maternal-infant bond and experienced what compromised its development.  Your [...]

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