, such as reading a story, playing a game, or just having a chat. Do this daily and tell them how much you enjoy it.Recall successes Talk about your child’s triumphs, especially at moments of low confidence. It will help instill self-value.More psychology tips from

with all kids of appearances, praise public figures with for their unique attributes and encourage your child to see the beauty in everyone’s differences. Of course confidence comes from the inside, but if what you’re putting inside you isn’t great

or do. Seven ways to encourage resilence: 1. Believe in your child’s competency, so that he will too. When you believe your child to be safe and capable, your child will see himself the same way. 2. Encourage him to join in all the games, even if he

makeshift microphone and a captive audience to share the laughs.More psychology from Junior:Ways to boost your child's body imageTen rules for raising successful daughters

is how Danny is feeling.” Be confident and firm.Demonstrate empathy Younger toddlers may not be able to understand an explanation, so you need to show empathy. When your toddler is hurt, show him that you are sad; if he is happy, be happy with him. Talk

and will admire other babies, simply because they are like them, regardless of whether the baby is a boy or a girl.Ages 1–2Friendship choices begin to emerge. Children begin to demonstrate distinct preferences for specific children. Around age two, they begin

Psychologist Sylvia Rimm conducted a survey of 1,000 women who had achieved success in their careers and happiness in their personal lives to find out what they have in common. Here are her guidelines for raising happy, succesful daughters:1. Set

is struggling and ask for help.5 Imagine foreverIn 1968, scientist George Land gave 1,600 five-year-olds a creativity test used by NASA to select innovative engineers and scientists. Ninety eight per cent scored at what he described as “genius”’ level. He