You never know the words your child will carry with them...
You never know the words your child will carry with them for the rest of their lives… Make it a daily habit to say something positive. Here are 64 ideas to get you started.
You are loved
You make me smile
I think about you when we’re apart
My world is better with you in it
I will do my best to keep you safe
Sometimes I will say no
I have faith in you
I know you can handle it
You are creative
Trust your instincts
Your ideas are worthwhile
You are capable
You are deserving
You are strong
You can say no
Your choices matter
You make a difference
Your words are powerful
Your actions are powerful
Your emotions may be powerful
And you can still choose your actions
You are more than your emotions
You are a good friend
You are kind
You don’t have to like what someone is saying in order to treat them with respect
Someone else’s poor behavior is not an excuse for your own
You are imperfect
So am I
You can change your mind
You can learn from your mistakes
You can ask for help
You are learning
You are growing
Growing is hard work
I believe you
I believe in you
You are valuable
You are interesting
You are beautiful
When you make a mistake you are still beautiful
Your body is your own
You have say over your body
You are important
Your ideas matter
You are able to do work that matters
I see you working and learning every day
You make a difference in my life
I am curious what you think
How did you do that?
Your ideas are interesting
You’ve made me think of things in a completely new way
I’m excited to see what you do
Thanks for helping me
Thank you for contributing to our family
I enjoy your company
It’s fun to do things with you
I’m glad you’re here
I’m happy to talk with you
I’m ready to listen
I’m listening
I’m proud of you
I’m grateful you’re in my life
You make me smile
I love you
Years from now, when my children face a difficult job interview, a challenging conversation with their spouse or a day that seems like all of the ends are unraveling, my hope is that they’ll hear my voice that they’ve heard so many times in childhood saying, “I have faith in you. I’m sure you can handle it. You are so loved.”