9 very important things
Your child needs to hear
Our words are powerful and they often become our children’s inner voices, so choosing to speak positive to our children will ensure we raise kids with healthy self esteem who know how to love themselves and know the value they bring to the people and world around them.
Here are 9 very important things our children need to hear daily
9 important statements we can make to our children daily that will build them up, allow them to know that they are loved, valued, seen and heard are:
- I LOVE YOU
- YOU MAKE ME HAPPY
- I LIKE IT WHEN YOU ….
- I’M SO PROUD OF YOU !
- YOU ARE SPECIAL
- I TRUST YOU
- I BELIEVE IN YOU
- I KNOW THAT YOU CAN DO THIS
- I AM GREATFUL FOR YOU
These statements seem easy to say and yet many times in the hustle and chaos of a busy day, we as parents get so caught up in every day life that we forget to remind our children just how amazing they are.
So, this week let us try to be more intentional, to build our children up with our words, to remind them of their unique qualities and of just how special they are.
How can we do this ?
Tell your children often that you love them.
Talk to them about the positive aspects of their behaviour when they show positive behaviour.
Tell them how they make you happy. This will make them feel valuable.
Tell them you are proud of them even for the smallest things. They need to hear that they are doing a good job.
Remind them that they are special and that their uniqueness is a strength.
Tell them you trust them. We raise honest children by building a foundation of trust.
Tell them you believe in them and teach them how valuable they are.
Encourage them by reminding them that you are always in their corner. Remind them that they can do this.
And lastly be specific as you tell them that you are greatful for them. Showing your child their value not only makes them feel special but teaches them to see the value in others.
Children get one childhood, it’s up to us how they remember it.
