Everyone hopes that their children are confident. Confident children, with smiles on their faces and confidence in their bones, impress us. The confidence of children is closely related to family education. Children who lack confidence tend to feel inferior and may not dare to strive for anything. Such children often come from families where confidence is lacking.
Some families are not well-off and hesitate to buy things for their children, always instilling the idea that “we are poor, don’t compare with others.” There are also affluent families with the concept of “poor upbringing,” teaching children that money is hard to come by and should be spent sparingly. In reality, children lack the necessary confidence and sunshine, becoming inferior and introverted. Does “poor upbringing” really make children understand the difficulties of life? This approach is actually more harmful than beneficial.
Some parents are forceful and no one dares to oppose what they say. Children have no status or voice at home, so they do not like to speak from a young age. If their opinions are not respected, they may become reluctant to express themselves in the future. Confidence is gradually worn down in this way, so it is crucial for parents to respect their children’s opinions.
Some parents are quick to physically discipline their children – hitting them when they misbehave or when their academic performance is not up to par. There may also be frequent fighting between spouses in such families. In such households, can children truly be confident? Verbal violence can be even more damaging to children, and parents who inadvertently accuse or insult their children with harsh words only contribute to the loss of their children’s self-confidence.
