Motherhood: Essential Strategies For Raising A Strong And Confident Daughter (10)

Hello Great Mothers!

Traditionally, women have been encouraged to go above and beyond to please others, often putting the needs, happiness, and comfort of others before their own. Many of us were raised with the idea that we should always prioritize our spouses, children, and other family members, often at the expense of our joy, mental health, and well-being.

While sacrifice is an important part of a woman’s life, it’s equally crucial that we teach our daughters to seek their happiness alongside that of others. They need to understand that they don’t have to please everyone all the time. If we don’t, we risk raising girls who depend on others for approval and struggle to make decisions or take bold steps in life.

Many women have put aside promising careers, fulfilling hobbies, and healthy lifestyles for the sake of their families or children. While there are times when this is necessary, particularly when nurturing young children, we must raise our daughters to be bold enough to reclaim these parts of their lives as their children grow.

In previous articles, we’ve explored various ways to raise bold and confident girls. Another important strategy is:

Don’t Raise Your Daughter to Always Be a Pleaser

It’s crucial to encourage our daughters to develop confidence, self-respect, and independence rather than teaching them to constantly seek approval or prioritize others’ happiness over their own needs. If we raise our girls to be pleasers, they may learn to suppress their opinions, needs, and feelings to avoid conflict or gain approval. A girl raised as a pleaser may succumb to peer pressure and do anything to please her friends, both male and female, who may take advantage of her. Instead, we should encourage our daughters to express themselves honestly and assertively. They should feel comfortable saying “yes” when they want to and “no” when necessary.

This approach fosters the development of healthy boundaries. Pleasers often struggle with setting limits and saying “no,” making them vulnerable in both personal and professional relationships. Teaching our girls to prioritize their well-being helps them establish these important boundaries, build confidence, and develop resilience, empowering them to express themselves and make decisions based on their values rather than feeling compelled to conform to others’ expectations.

Women are strong, not weak. God has given us the power to birth and nurture world leaders and to become whoever we aspire to be.”

Bye!