Words of Encouragement That Will Make Your Child’s Day

Sometimes the simple things make the biggest impact. They say, “actions speak louder than words,” but words do matter. And they matter most to impressionable young minds. Children take in everything like a sponge. They learn and grow with this information to water their seeds.

To give your child a boost in self-esteem, reassure them that they’re special. Give advice that will help them socially and educationally. Communicate words of encouragement to show your child you care. Here are some ideas to spark your thoughts. You can come up with your own messages of love and acceptance. Your child will soak up the comfort and faith you put forth.

Try Your Best

Kids want to succeed, but success doesn’t always mean winning the game or getting the highest grades. But when a child tries hard and does the best job they can, that is a sign of success. Remind your child they don’t have to pitch a perfect game or get straight As to be a “winner” in your book. Encourage your child to put in a genuine effort and do the best they can. That will give them the push they need to be the best version of themselves, no matter the outcome.

I Believe in You

When you reassure your child that you have faith in their abilities, they develop a strong will. You’ll see higher self-esteem and a go-getter, “I can do it” attitude. No matter what they are off to do, your devotion to their strengths is important. And it is important to tell them so. Every kid wants their parent to cheer them on and be a shoulder to lean on. Encourage your child by letting them know you’re their biggest fan.

You are Perfect the Way You Are

In today’s society, the drive to be “perfect” starts at an early age. But what is “perfect” anyway? We all have our preferences and ideas of what “ideal” is. And kids in school can have it rough. Bullying and tormenting can be a major issue. Kids are made fun of, left out, and made to feel “less than.” But your child needs to understand that perfection is a state of mind. We all have flaws, insecurities, bad habits, and things we’d like to improve upon. So, if you remind your child that they are already wonderful, they won’t have to worry about meeting anyone else’s expectations. There is always room for improvement, but that doesn’t mean that the person you are right now isn’t pretty amazing too.

Do you share words of inspiration with your children? What do you like to tell them?

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By: Melissa A. Kay