Foundations of Praise and Confidence by Moses Hochstetler

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By Lee Bradford Brown

I doubt whether many of us can recall much of the praise we were given as 3 and 4 year olds, or even in grade school. I can well remember having my art work held up as an example to my class mates when I was in the 4th grade. In the 7th grade, I was the first to get a particularly difficult problem solved, and was awarded in front of the class. The award wasn't much, but moments like this leave a lasting impression. I am sure dozens of other long forgotten positive and praiseworthy incidents accumulated to make an even bigger subconscious impression; building a foundation of confidence for adult responsibilities in the future.

Other confidence builders in young people may be unspoken, but are just as impressive and effective. Being entrusted with responsibilities in the home can go a long way in preparing children for adulthood. My parents farmed with horses when I was in my youth, and I was allowed to drive a team before I even entered school. By the time I was ten years old I was plowing on my own with a three-horse hitch. Notice that I was "allowed to" - it wasn't so much that I was made to think that I had to. No, to me it was a great honor and a privilege. Perhaps if parents today would make it more of an honor and a "privilege" to participate and help with household tasks, instead of making it a "chore" - children would be much more willing, and even happy to help. Especially if they are praised for a "job well done."

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by Moses Hochstetler (Age: 59)
copyright 11-23-2003

Age Rating: 10 to 127