Praising a child is important because it helps him develop, strengthens his self-esteem and motivation.
Psychologist Irina Zolotova told how to praise a child correctly.
However, for praise to truly contribute to a child's positive development, several principles must be taken into account.
Be specific and provide a detailed description of your child's achievements.
Instead of general praise such as "good job" or "well done," point to a specific action or skill that your child demonstrated.
For example, "You painted the picture very carefully, the colors are very bright and beautiful."
Focus on effort and process, not just the outcome. Emphasize that your child has put in the effort and done something diligently, rather than focusing solely on the end result.
This helps build his confidence and motivation to tackle difficult tasks. For example, "You worked so hard to solve that math problem, and it really shows your mental agility."
Be sincere and genuinely admire your child's accomplishments. Children sense when praise is sincere, and false praise can cause embarrassment or even lead to the formation of inauthentic self-esteem.
Be confident and sincere in your words when you praise your child.
Maintain consistency and consistency in praise. Develop a practice of regularly praising and recognizing your child's accomplishments.
It is important to be consistent and to be amazed at the child's achievements in different aspects of his life and development.
Consider your child's individual characteristics. Some children enjoy verbal praise, while others enjoy receiving physical praise, such as a hug or a pat on the back.
Find out what form of praise works best for your child and try to use it.
What is best to avoid when praising a child
1. Avoid general praise without specifics. Phrases like "Well done" or "Well done" do not give the child an understanding of what exactly he did right or well.
2. Don't compare your child to others. Comparisons with other children can create a sense of inadequacy or competition, which can be harmful to a child's self-esteem.
3. Avoid false or excessive praise. A child senses when praise is not true, and this can destroy trust and the formation of correct self-esteem.
It is important to remember that every child is unique and praise should be tailored to his or her individual needs and developmental characteristics.
Be thoughtful, based on the specific situation and observation of the child.
