The Power of Encouragement: Nurturing Your Child’s Potential

One of the strongest influences on kids’ growing brains and lifelong ability to handle stress is their relationship with their parents.

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You can ask questions like “What went well?” “What could have gone better?” and “What will you change in the future?”

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Our actions can speak volumes. Our presence, attention, and connection with our kids.

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Anyone’s personal courage can be increased through the presence of someone who cares.

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When we really listen to someone, our actions say, “You are important and worthwhile.”

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The Power of Encouragement: Nurturing Your Child’s Potential

By Mombloglife

One of the strongest influences on kids’ growing brains and lifelong ability to handle stress is their relationship with their parents.

What Is Encouragement?

You can ask questions like “What went well?” “What could have gone better?” and “What will you change in the future?”

Our actions can speak volumes. Our presence, attention, and connection with our kids.

Anyone’s personal courage can be increased through the presence of someone who cares.

When we really listen to someone, our actions say, “You are important and worthwhile.”

Swipe up to read the full article

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