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In Response to Gary Vee: Regarding protecting our kids from the negatives of the internet
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As a daughter-mom, I was inspired to write the following after watching this video.
Yes. #1 He is correct and #2 Don’t expect to insulate them completely. They may experience a negative response but… read this for why teaching self esteem helps them rebound.
My daughter is now 16.
Strategy 1: Don’t attach reward to their looks.
From a very young age, I wanted to be intentional about building her view of herself as more than her beauty. It was a challenge in a world that is so mesmerized by beauty.
Example: When she was 3, everybody wanted to give her free things and say “Oh isn’t she beautiful! Here’s a free cookie.” or ice cream or toy.
It was maddening.
I would block the gift and explain that the gesture was appreciated but No.
