Confidence is a child’s sense of self-assurance and trust in themselves to make decisions, take risks and try something new with the best outcome in mind. Confidence is like a muscle: If you never use it, it’s weak at first. But with some practice and exercise, the confidence muscle can grow stronger. To help your child grow theirs, encourage them to:
Speak kindly about themselves and others. Positive and encouraging self-talk matters.
Practice powerful body language: how we stand, what we do with our hands, how we use our facial expressions.
Choose to be positive: name three benefits of being confident.
Ask for help: be a learner and advocate for yourself so you can develop the skills you need.
Believe that you can succeed (self-doubt sinks the ship before it sails).
Most children need to practice self-confidence as a skill, which is to repeat it over and over until it becomes second nature. Children who are more confident see more positive results in their life in personal relationships, academics and community engagement.
Brought to you by:
Anna Marie Gosser
Santiam Christian Elementary Principal
541-745-5524 x 243
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