Kids who seemed confident throughout childhood may struggle to maintain self-assurance during the teen years. For many, adolescence is a time filled with self-doubt, a questionable body image, and insecurity.
The good news is, you can take steps to help your teen build self-esteem, which will benefit your teen in a number of ways. Teens who have confidence are better prepared to handle peer pressure, navigate challenging dating relationships, make good decisions, and recover from setbacks. Here are eight strategies that will instill life-long confidence in your teen:
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Promote Self-Improvement
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Praise Effort Instead of Outcome
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Teach Assertiveness Skills
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Encourage New Opportunities
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Model Confidence
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Build Self-Worth
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Balance Freedom with Guidance
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Help Develop Positive Self-Talk