Justin & Kylie discuss how to praise a child - and why you shouldn't

Topics included in this episode -
The way we give feedback to our children matters
Why people praise
Attempting to boost our child's self esteem
We praise the kids that we think need it
It feels like it's right to say nice things
The paradoxical effects of praise & criticism on perceived ability
'That's not beautiful, that's incredibly beautiful'
Inflated praise decreases challenge seeking in children with low self esteem
The effects of praise on children's intrinsic motivation 
The right way to praise a child
Ask questions
It takes practice
Say what you see

Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families

Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au

Justin &amp; Kylie discuss how to praise a child - and why you shouldn't
Topics included in this episode -
<ul>
<li>The way we give feedback to our children matters</li>
<li>Why people praise</li>
<li>Attempting to boost our child's self esteem</li>
<li>We praise the kids that we think need it</li>
<li>It feels like it's right to say nice things</li>
<li>The paradoxical effects of praise &amp; criticism on perceived ability</li>
<li>'That's not beautiful, that's incredibly beautiful'</li>
<li>Inflated praise decreases challenge seeking in children with low self esteem</li>
<li>The effects of praise on children's intrinsic motivation </li>
<li>The right way to praise a child</li>
<li>Ask questions</li>
<li>It takes practice</li>
<li>Say what you see</li>
</ul>
Find us on Facebook at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/happyfamilies.au/">Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families</a>
Email us your questions and comments at <a href="mailto:podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au">podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au</a>

The Happy Families Podcast with Dr. Justin Coulson is designed for the time poor parent who just wants answers now. Every day Justin and his wife Kylie provide practical tips and a common sense approach to parenting that Mums and Dads all over the world are connecting with. Justin and Kylie have 6 daughters and they regularly share their experiences of managing a busy household filled with lots of challenges and plenty of happiness. For real and practicable advice from people who understand and appreciate the challenges of a time poor parent, listen to Justin and Kylie and help make your family happier.

The Happy Families Podcast with Dr. Justin Coulson is designed for the time poor parent who just wants answers now. Every day Justin and his wife Kylie provide practical tips and a common sense approach to parenting that Mums and Dads all over the world are connecting with. Justin and Kylie have 6 daughters and they regularly share their experiences of managing a busy household filled with lots of challenges and plenty of happiness. For real and practicable advice from people who understand and appreciate the challenges of a time poor parent, listen to Justin and Kylie and help make your family happier.

The Happy families podcast with Dr. Justin Coulson is designed for the time poor parent who just wants answers now.

Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families

#773 A Pause on the Praise

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