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Sort of a weird question regarding self-esteem
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monkeybride
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Re: Sort of a weird question regarding self-esteem
Posted by nrthshgrl
I agree with Christine that at a young age, you can't praise too much.
NY Magazine had an excellent article on praising your children & the detriments of the wrong kind of praise.NY Magazine's Article link.
Unfortunately I have seen firsthand how praise can be detrimental. My son, who has always been praised by teachers as being "smart" & "bright", no longer wants to try at things he can possibly fail. We've been pushing the importance of perseverance & trying hard but it's a struggle.
Meanwhile, my daughter will try anything. I truly believe it was because she was praised for "giving it her best".
I think this is the point I was trying to make. As always Barb said it best.
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SuzyQ
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Re: Sort of a weird question regarding self-esteem
I have thought about these questions as well. And I agree with everything said above - especially Christine & Ang. Barbara also has a great point about praising Maddie for trying. Thanks for asking this, Liza. I think you're doing a great job! 
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oops123
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Re: Sort of a weird question regarding self-esteem
Posted by lipglossjunky73
Posted by oops123
No...keep doing exactly what youre doing....you are doing a great job as a mom-there should be more moms like you!!!
Thank you! I always like to think there is more I can do!!!!
I dont think as a mom you can praise too much...we are the moms, if not us,,,who else will praise them & love them unconditionally in this world!
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