This is a fantastic topic to discuss. Let me share my thoughts from the perspective of a developmental pediatrician who has spent years talking to parents in ways to help their children be successful in life. The main goal to attempt with your child is to help them develop a good self esteem. You start by teaching them (for example) to brush their teeth. You’re always encouraging them and each time they successfully do a good job, you praise them. Teaching (or imposing a limit...turn TV off and get ready for bed), following through with activity, and offering praise allows the child to “taste” success and over time builds self esteem. As the child is exposed to the outside world , this process repeats itself...all during school years, the teacher teaches each subject, gives the child practice work to improve knowledge and skills, and then the praise comes in the form of grades. Then this process repeats again when the young adult completes schooling, college or some type of training and gets a job..,the boss orients the person to their new job, the person does the job and the praise comes in the form of a paycheck. It is critical that the child accepts and works through this process before they leave their home because it becomes easier to gain success and improve self esteem as you go through your schooling years and reaching your “dreams “ becomes easier to achieve. There are other factors to consider, so if this post strikes your interest, let me know and I’ll share a few more thoughts. Best..,cnosteem

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