SELF ESTEEM

How to increase self esteem in young children

How to increase self esteem in young children

Introduction

The self-esteem is a psychological, term for the trial or assessment of an individual in relation to its own values. When a person performs a good thing he thinks, it feels a recovery and when evaluating its actions as being in opposition to its values, it reacts as "dropping in his esteem." According to some psychologists, the term should be distinguished from the “confidence” which, although related to the first, is related to capacity with more values. Self-esteem is an important ingredient for a successful and joyful life. A person can be blessed with intelligence and talent but lacks self esteem, can be an obstacle to success in their work, relationships, and virtually all areas of life (Pope et al, 2001). The early years of a child's life are the foundation of a healthy self-esteem.

As parents, we cannot control everything our child sees, hears or thinks, or will be contributing to the image of him. But we can do much. We have the child in the early years of life s God gave us a special gift - a new human being with a "clean slate." During these years, what goes into the minds of our children is very striking, and leaves a mark for life. Thus, parents have a unique opportunity, unique to open "the bank account of self-esteem" in which the child will store many positive things about you. In years and decades to come, this "bank account" will face the negative experiences of life that are inevitable.

Purpose

Self esteem is the order of our “believes and rituals” of intrinsic & extrinsic factors of our daily lives. The problem of Self-Esteem in of young is manifest in their life, not the real problem; it is only the manifestation of the real problem. This research paper highlights the ways to increase the self esteem in children.

Discussion

Parents can have the greatest impact on our self-esteem as we are developing into adults. Children want to be valued and loved, eventually taking those messages and, if given positive messages, it increases their self-esteem. Self-esteem is not narcissism, but respect for one's self and abilities; it helps us to endure the difficulties in life we will all face (Phelan, 2006). Children often feel uncomfortable. They have new bodies and minds and developing relationships with friends and family members are changing. Understand first that is not always good at everything. The changes in their lives sometimes arrive faster than the ability to adapt (Berne & Savary, 2003).

Low self-esteem typically peaks during the early years of adolescence, and then improves slightly over the next few years as new identities gain strength and focus. At any age, lack of confidence in itself can be a serious problem. Young teens with low self-confidence are less apt to participate in activities with their peers and form friendships with them. This further isolates them and prevents them develop a better image of ...