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[quote=Anonymous]Whether I am right or wrong, I believe that the number one thing that you can do for your child (outside of providing for their needs and loving them) is to teach them to believe in themselves and to like who they are. Of course, most kids want to fit in and want to be liked, but...outside of that, teach your kids to really think for themselves. To always be kind. To remember that at the end of the day, they have to be happy with the choices they make. Teach them to say no and to say it forcefully. Teach them to value themselves and to be proud of the person that they are. How did my parents do this? How did I do this with my kids? I think it comes down to spending a lot of time with them. To talking things through when they are young. To showing them how to make good choices. To supporting them when they make tough decisions and to letting them know that they are loved and they are enough as they are. I think that you have to embrace each child for the person they are and let them know you believe in and support them. I wish I could better put this into words, but I believe that the relationship you have with your kids, and how they see you live your life, goes a long way. Of course, if there is trauma or perhaps some severe mental health issues, this can only go so far. But, really listen to your child, and let them know that you are always there for them. It makes a huge difference in the choices that they make. [/quote]

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