We all know how important it is to instill confidence in our kids. Giving them praise matters, but encouraging children to be competent is key to building their self-esteem. These activities will help ...
Studies show that genuine confidence, built through trust and real-world competence, predicts long-term success more reliably ...
Building confidence is easier said than done. It’s something a lot of us spend our whole lives trying to achieve. We read self-help books, or memorize mantras, or try again and again to stand up ...
"Not every child is going to go to an Ivy League school. Not every child is going to be playing professional sports, so be realistic," said Gary Regan, a licensed social worker and the clinical ...
In today’s culture, mothers often feel pressure to give endlessly, sometimes at the cost of their own well-being. Yet research shows that self-care isn’t selfish, it’s essential. When moms nurture ...
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — A Louisville Metro Police program that strives to create lasting community relationships is also helping to boost kids' self-esteem. The Police Activities League (PAL) has been ...
As the evidence has grown that the nation is in the midst of a youth mental health crisis, it’s also shown that girls are at particular risk for mental health problems. Now, a new survey of thousands ...