10 things you shouldn’t say to your children

Encourage them to succeed

De: Fredy Watts

Narrado por: Virtual Voice

Ten Things You Shouldn’t Say to Your Children – Encourage Them to Succeed! is an essential guide for parents and caregivers who want to raise confident, motivated, and emotionally healthy children. In a world where words hold the power to build or break, this book offers a conscious and positive approach to parenting.

Across ten chapters, it explores common phrases that—often unintentionally—can negatively affect a child’s self-image and development. But this book doesn’t stop at identifying these mistakes; it also provides positive alternatives for each phrase, allowing parents to transform their language and, in turn, their children’s lives.

This book invites all parents to reflect on the power of their words and commit to creating an environment where children feel valued, heard, and capable of reaching any goal they set for themselves. Let’s go, parents! Let’s build a world full of love and support for future generations.

Inside this book, you will find clear tools for:

• Identifying harmful phrases: Learn to recognize ten common expressions that, while often well-intentioned, may negatively impact your child’s motivation and self-worth.

• Offering positive alternatives: Each phrase is accompanied by constructive alternatives that promote children’s self-esteem, resilience, and confidence.

• Improving tone and communication: Emphasizing the importance of how things are said—not just what is said—and how tone can deeply influence a child’s interpretation of a message.

• Encouraging independence: Through examples and tips, discover ways to support your child’s autonomy and ability to face challenges without feeling overly dependent on others.

• Fostering critical thinking and problem-solving: Motivate your children to think independently, embrace mistakes as learning opportunities, and practice improvement rather than fearing failure.

• Promoting emotional well-being: Gain tools to help children manage their emotions in a healthy way, such as allowing them to cry or express their feelings without being silenced.

• Nurturing dreams and aspirations: Inspire your children to dream big by showing them that their goals are valid and achievable—and by believing in their ability to accomplish great things.