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5 Things to Stop Saying to Your Kids
Some of the most well-intentioned things we say to our kids can backfire.
From “Good job, you’re so smart” to “You’ll be fine” and “Why can’t you be more like your sister?”, Justin and Kylie unpack five common phrases that can undermine confidence, shut down emotions and create distance between parents and kids.
More importantly, they share what to say instead to help kids feel understood, capable and connected.
KEY POINTS
Why too much praise can make kids depend on external validation
The hidden cost of saying “I’m…
The skinny
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