Self-esteem is earned through overcoming difficult challenges, not just through external praise or validation.

Don't do too much for your kids; let them do things on their own to build resilience.

Experiencing life fully means accepting both pride and shame, fear and excitement, and understanding that tough days are part of the journey; it's okay to lean into them.

Self-confidence in children comes from mastery of skills, so it's important to introduce them to various activities to find what they truly love and excel in.

You need to let children struggle and deal with responsibilities to help them grow and gain wisdom.

The expectation that we will spontaneously be our best selves is a significant failure in education and psychology; we need reminders of our aspirational selves.

Fear often causes us to bury our positive traits, stemming from early life messages that discourage standing out or being arrogant. These talents remain underground, waiting to be brought to light.

Discussing feelings of shyness openly with children helps normalize their experiences and reduces any stigma associated with being introverted.

When a culture allows blame, it creates an environment where people are less likely to take risks, fearing repercussions.