The world has changed a lot since our mothers and grandmothers were growing up, but there is still work to be done to ensure that all girls grow up with the self-esteem they deserve. Every mother wants her daughter to reach her fullest potential and have the confidence she needs to carry herself through life. Here are five strategies you can use to help your daughter learn what she deserves.
1. Teach Her About A Healthy Body Image.
Girls’ bodies come in all shapes and sizes, and parents need to model positive attitudes toward their own bodies. This will help ensure that their daughters do not develop distorted views of physical appearance. Helping your daughter understand that beauty comes from the inside and that taking care of her physical health rather than focusing on outward appearances will go a long way in building a positive body image.
2. Provide Her With Opportunities For Exploration And Growth.
Everyone needs to be able to explore what interests them and learn from mistakes so that they can gain valuable life experiences. Give her the chance to join clubs and activities that she is passionate about, engage in meaningful conversations with you and other adults, and take risks without fear of judgment. Doing this will help your daughter learn how to make decisions for herself and have a successful future.
3. Praise Her Strengths Instead Of Her Looks.
While it’s important to let your daughter know that you think she is beautiful, it’s better to focus on praising her talents and accomplishments rather than her physical appearance. Make sure to recognize what she does well and encourage her to strive for excellence in all areas of life. By teaching her that she’s valued for what she does, not just how she looks, you can set a foundation of self-worth that will last her a lifetime.
4. Lead By Example.
Setting an example is the best way to teach your daughter what she deserves. Demonstrate respect for yourself and others, treat everyone around you with kindness, and show her that she can be strong without being aggressive. All of these actions will help your daughter learn how to carry herself with poise and self-confidence. If you are living with integrity and doing your best to make the world better, your daughter will have no choice but to look up to you.
5. Treat Her The Ways Others Should.
Your daughter deserves to be treated with respect and dignity. Teach her the importance of treating others how she would like to be treated and hold her to a high standard when it comes to respecting herself and those around her. Let her know she is worthy of praise and admiration, no matter what anyone else thinks. You can also show her you’re interested in things that make her happy, such as LOL Surprise dolls. By showing her that she is worth investing in, you are teaching her an invaluable lesson in self-love and confidence.
Teaching your daughter what she deserves is an important part of any mother’s job. It will help her grow into a strong and confident woman who knows how to stand up for herself and treat others with respect. The five strategies outlined above are just some of the ways you can help your daughter understand her worth and develop a healthy self-image. With the right guidance, your daughter can achieve great things and become the best version of herself.
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This is sooooo important! Thank you, Rita! 🙂
Great tips. I raised my daughter to be strong, independent, caring and kind. She is truly a beautiful soul with the kindest heart. She is now raising my two wonderful amazing granddaughters.
This is wonderful advice for parents and people who are involved in a child’s daily life such as teachers, coaches and child care providers. As a mother of ten, grandmother of nineteen and counting and a brand new great-grandmother, I would suggest that the advice shared above applies to raising well-adjusted boys as well
I love this post and this is one that every single parent should read. This is so important thank you for sharing this one.
Great advice
Yes, yes, yes!!!
Awesome advice! I hope my granddaughters will grow up to be confident and happy women who believe in themselves.
I wish my parents and read this and heeded. I was belittled, told my only hope of happiness lay with a suitable husband, and prevented from following my chosen career path – nursing – because I “might get sick”. They say it’s never too late, but it is. I’m nearly 70, with health issues. Maybe in my next life……
Great list! & rules every girl should live by!