One of the things that we don’t do particularly well is make comparisons, often to the detriment of our confidence. Grocery experience Believe it or not, this insight was triggered by a trip to the grocery store. My wife had … Continued
During a recent EdCampSTL, one of the teachers spoke of a student who had such a low self-image that he consistently rated himself with the lowest possible score. Her repeated attempts to praise the student had no effect at all. … Continued
Parents of a 12-year old said that they had repeatedly told their son that he was bright and capable. Their concern is that now he seems to be risk averse…that he doesn’t want to take risks for fear of failure. … Continued