Being aware of the capabilities of each stage in a child's growing life is important. This is to ensure that no unnecessary expectations or demands are made on the child. Allowing and encouraging a child to express his or her feeling freely is one way of teaching a child how to cope with difficulties. The teachings and guidance extended should be done in a positive manner to ensure the element of violence is not part of the expression process.
Making an effort to respect the child and the expressed feelings of the child is paramount in building a strong relationship where the child feels confident in broaching any problem or situation.
Establishing an open communication style is beneficial to both parties. This style allows the child to be confident in the listening capacity of the parent without being judgmental or unduly harsh.
Encouraging the child to be open and adventurous will help the child to build their own individual confidence and personal disciple levels. They will then be able to have the independence and self worth that comes from being able to cope when exposed to different things.
Above all a child must be confident in a parent's love and acceptance. With all the other negative elements in the world today, being able to count on a parent's unconditional love is very important. If this element is present in the relationship most children can cope better in life. Building self esteem in a child will be the creating factor in the makings of a health adult both in mind and body. The foundation of having confidence and the rounded well being factor will definitely carry through to adulthood and the successes expected. Encouraging a child to positively develop their own individual self image is very important. Though it starts as a small and insignificantly thought of process, the building of self image is actually very impactful in the way a child views themselves. These views will undoubtedly be transferred into adulthood, so the implications are far and wide.
Teaching a child to have a strong positive self image will also help to keep the child from having future behavioral problems. These problems normally stem from the feelings of looking for acceptance which if not found within the family unit, will then be sought outside.
During the young stages of a child's life, being available for the child as much as possible is also another way to build self esteem. However being around does not necessarily means pandering to the every whim and fancy of the child. It is more to build a level of bonding within the family unit so that the desired closeness will be instrumental in growing the love and confidence element in the child.