Children’s self-confidence is crucial for their development and transition from childhood to adulthood.
It is challenging to go through life without self-confidence, and children need the support of family and friends to feel empowered.
Despite being surrounded by loved ones, children may feel lonely and lost if they lack confidence. Therefore, it is essential to develop self-confidence in children.
According to Kidshealth, children who have confidence in themselves can try new things and do their best at what they do or are assigned to do. They take pride in their abilities and can handle mistakes, learning from them and trying again even if they fail at first.
On the other hand, children with low self-confidence feel uncertain about themselves. They believe that others will not accept them or be satisfied with their participation. This may expose them to abuse, making it difficult for them to defend themselves or persevere when faced with challenges such as making mistakes or failing.
Some ways of praising children can backfire, so don’t overdo it (Pixels). Self-confidence can begin in childhood and develop slowly over time. It starts when a child feels safe, loved, and accepted, and receives positive attention and care.
Children feel good about themselves when they can do things independently and use and develop their skills.
Their self-esteem grows when parents pay attention to them and have confidence in letting them experiment. As children grow, their self-confidence can also grow as they continue to experiment and learn.
According to the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), children develop a sense of trust in their surroundings when their needs are positively met. Therefore, being sensitive and responsive to children strengthens relationships and positively influences the development of trust.
Parents can build confidence in their children through four things:
bonding emotionally with important people in their lives, taking care of their physical health and safety, spending time with them, and showing affection to infants and young children.
Support children in new environments and activities. When children venture out into their new world, you must assure them that you will be there to support and protect them.
Help them explore and learn about their surroundings.
Learn how children communicate or express what they need.
Responding to these needs promptly and carefully is one of the most important things for developing confidence in young children.
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