Building on strengths

When talking to your child, use positive language to highlight their strengths. Instead of focusing on their challenges, talk about what they do well and what makes them unique. This can help them feel good about themselves and be proud of who they are.

Identifying your child’s strengths

Every child is unique with their own set of talents, interests, and passions that can help boost their confidence and sense of achievement. As a parent, it’s important to help them discover and develop these abilities.

To help your child discover their strengths, watch them as they try different activities. Look for what they enjoy and where they do well, whether in art, sports, games, or being a kind friend. Talk to them about what they love to do and what makes them feel happy.

Nurturing their strengths 

Once you figure out what your child loves or is good at, make time for those activities. It can be tempting to let sports, hobbies, or other interests slide when extra tutoring or schoolwork takes up more time, but it’s important to keep space for the things that bring your child joy. Having an area of life where they feel successful and confident helps balance out the challenges of school, gives them energy to keep going, and builds a sense of pride and resilience.