Let your child make mistakes and allow them to rectify their error without stepping in and doing it for them.
Mistakes are a vital part of the learning process. We all make them and we should all be able to learn from them.
If a child becomes demoralised by thinking that mistakes are "wrong" they will lose confidence in their own ability and will be very reluctant to try again.
Allow your child to talk and express themselves.
You will be surprised by how much goes on inside a young mind.
The parent/child relationship should not be hierarchical it should be nurturing and loving with the parent learning as much from their child as the child does from their parent.
Trust your child.
Allow them to try.
Allow them to make mistakes.
Allow them to talk and communicate.
By doing these things you will be bestowing the gift of confidence onto your child. By standing back a few paces and allowing your child some space to explore and push the boundaries within the safety net of tolerance, support, love and care you will also be providing an excellent role model for the future.
CHILDREN LEARN WHAT THEY LIVE
If a child lives with criticism, he learns to condemn If a child lives with hostility, he learns to fight If a child lives with ridicule, he learns to be shy If a child lives with shame, he learns to feel guilty
But
If a child lives with tolerance, he learns to be patient If a child lives with encouragement, he learns confidence If a child lives with praise, he learns to appreciate If a child lives with fairness, he learns to show justice If a child lives with security, he learns to have faith If a child lives with approval, he learns to like himself If a child lives with acceptance and friendship, he learns to find love in the world.