When Shyness Is An Issue

by Maureen Amberg

Having a child that is overly shy is a concern to many parents, but there are some things that you can do in order to help to give them the confidence necessary to overcome this problem. Of course, it is important for you to approach this situation very cautiously, as a child that is already lacking in self-esteem is going to be an easy target for additional pressure in this area. That is why it is important for you to be patient with your child, and help them to grow naturally in their own self-assurance and the ability to be able to live a life that is free of the shackles that shyness provides.

Perhaps one of the most important things for you to do is to never label your child as being shy. As a matter of fact, this can really work against you, as it tends to make the child feel as if there is something wrong with them and the feelings that they have. It is important to get everyone involved in this process, including teachers that may inadvertently refer to your child as being shy, which does little more than to bring attention to them that they would rather not have.

Shyness is something that can stick with an individual throughout their entire life, and it is one of the more difficult problems that you may need to help your child to overcome. One of the ways that you can do this is by naturally boosting their self-esteem and confidence through hobbies, sports, or any other activity that may be of interest to your child. Always make sure to offer praise for any steps that they take in this direction and provide them with a safe support structure, should they happen to need some additional self-assurance. In doing so, you will give your child something that will benefit them through their entire life.