Did The Self-Esteem Movement Backfire on Raising Confident Kids?
February 25, 2026
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as posted by the channelThe self-esteem movement focused on constantly telling children they are smart, beautiful, and amazing while shielding them from pain, failure, or judgment, with the goal of creating well-adjusted adults. Instead, this approach often inflated egos artificially without real effort, achievement, or hard knocks, leaving many unprepared for reality. How can parents better bridge the gap between a child’s potential and the actual steps needed to reach it?
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