Chapter 5: The Language of
Champs
Turn it around!
While words can be quite damaging when used thoughtlessly
and carelessly, they can also create a universe of challenge and enjoyment
when used thoughtfully and deliberately. Words can easily cause the
imagination to soar above vast and wondrous worlds, can teach children to
think for themselves and make quality decisions, and can build the confidence
and high self-esteem inherent to all successful people. Speaking to children
in the language of success lays the foundation for creativity, love, caring,
kindness, ingenuity, lightheartedness and humor. Successful language fosters
all of these qualities in the child who hears them.
Our words are an outward expression of our representation
of the world, which we pass on to our children. What we say to our children
will be absorbed by them and then incorporated into their representation of
the world. They, in turn, will pass it on to their children.
We urge all parents to think carefully about their words,
and how they are delivered, when speaking to their children. Always remember
that, though it may seem like they are not listening, your children are
hearing every word you say.
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