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Daniella Gray

Why we need to rethink how we give praise for ‘stronger’, more resilient kids – according to a Harvard-trained parenting expert

Portrait of a beautiful cheerful family with two young children, spending quality time together in their home.

Focusing on effort and not outcome and being a “strength spotter”, is a great technique for raising confident and resilient children, according to a Harvard-qualified parenting expert. 

All parents will have different praising techniques for their children, whether it’s taking note of the Swedish secret to raising happy and resilient kids or trying one of these methods from a Norland nanny. But, there’s a type of praise you should be avoiding if you want to raise happy and successful kids, apparently. 

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