Teaching teenagers etiquette is necessary for today's society. Teenagers are more exposed to the outside world, making them act differently than they did when they were younger. Teaching proper etiquette gives them self-esteem and confidence. It also helps them interact with others more efficiently. What Is Self-Esteem? Self-esteem is the opinion we have of ourselves. It's how much value we place on ourselves as individuals, including our abilities, appearance, and personality. It is the way we think and feels about ourselves. It affects how we deal with other people, get along in the world, and succeed.
People with high self-esteem like themselves. They feel good about who they are, what they do, and what they have accomplished. They also like other people, care about their feelings and treat others nicely.
People with low self-esteem don't like themselves very much. They don't think they are very good at anything or that they have much to offer anyone else. As a result, they tend to put other people down or act superior to them instead of being friendly and supportive. Teenagers develop self-esteem when they feel good about themselves over time. For example, if someone thinks he can sing well, he will be more likely to try out for the school play than someone who does not believe he can sing well.
A lot of parents are worried about their kids' self-esteem. So here are some ideas to help your teenager feel better about him or herself.
Build your kid's self-esteem. Make sure your teenage son or daughter feels good about him or herself. When you give your child positive attention, they will develop a healthy self-image. Give praise when it is deserved, and be specific about what you like. For instance, if your child cleans up his room without being asked, tell him that you appreciate his help around the house and how organized his room looks now. If there's something you do not like about the way he's doing his homework, make sure to let him know politely how he can improve it, always focusing on the positive by telling him how much you appreciate the effort he is making.
Be supportive of your teen's interests. The more support you give to your teen's activities and hobbies, the more likely he'll develop a strong sense of self-worth. If you're not interested in what your teen likes to do, try to cultivate an interest in it yourself so that you can become supportive of it.
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