Saturday, August 30, 2014

How To Raise A Confident Daughter In The Modern World

By Rhea Frazier


You are an extremely independent and self-reliant parent and have children that you would like to have these same attributes as they grow older. Learning how to raise a confident daughter in this day and age is much easier than it was in the past. Women are now considered equals to men in many areas and this definitely assists in increasing self-esteem and pride in their accomplishments.

Help her in areas where she needs assistance but always praise her accomplishments no matter how small. Don't raise your voice when she errs but calmly and gently lead her on the right path. Never make a child feel like she is deficient in any way but rather that she is capable of great things if she just sets her mind to the tasks at hand.

Allow her to handle routine tasks by herself. Insisting on always helping her will make her very dependent on other people. Giving her the space to perform tasks that may have recently been beyond her capability will give her pride in daily accomplishments and therefore more confidence in taking on even more.

Be very careful not to hover or smother her while your child is involved in a task or difficult project. Supply her with the time and space to work things out on her own. Do not criticize or belittle her final result. Give her that feeling that she can handle almost anything that she puts her mind to. If she does seem to need your assistance, make some suggestions or give her a few pointers that will provide her with enough knowledge to continue on her own again.

Allow her to make most of her own decisions. If you don't agree with them, give an explanation as to your feelings and point out different and more appropriate alternatives and options. Sometimes it is best to let her make her own mistakes. For example, she may choose a color for her room that you know she will outgrow quickly or that does not match any of her belongings. Allowing her to stick with her choice so she can see what you mean later in time will help teach her to make wiser decisions.

As a parent, you should always set an example to your offspring. Maybe you don't feel very good about yourself on the inside but walking and talking as if you are in total control will give them someone to emulate. Use your body language to project your optimism and confidence. Pass this aura on the your youngsters by maintaining these stances as often as possible.

The ultimate goal is self-actualization. Having faith, confidence and trust in yourself is the first step in passing this on to your children. It is a very fulfilling and long journey that never ends as they continue through all of the experiences of life.

You will be so proud of your young daughter as she grows and matures. The skills and mindset she has been taught will assist her throughout her entire adult life. The peace of mind that you will have knowing that she will be well equipped to handle all that life hands to her will be a priceless gift.




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