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    Tell your child how brilliant they are

    Reinforce their sense of self-worth by complimenting specific characteristics. Focus on actions, skills and personality rather than physical features

  • 2
    Help them identify a supportive group of friends

    Talk to your child about qualities that make a good friend. Does a great friend wear the same clothes as you? Or is being a good listener or considerate of someone’s feelings more important? Help them identify personality traits and characteristics they respect and admire

  • 3
    Discuss what role they play in their group of friends

    They might be a good listener, the one who cheers everyone up, or great at getting people involved

  • 4
    Celebrate the diversity in their peer group

    Compliment your child and their friends on the unique aspects of their appearance, but focus more on their beautiful personalities.

  • 5
    Find positive role models

    Talk about people in your family or community, or in the public eye, who have admirable qualities. Identify role models who exemplify compassion, collaboration, overcoming adversity, and leadership. Be the kind of person you hope your child will grow to be

                
                
                

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