How Showing and Telling Kids ‘I Believe in You’ Can Empower Them at School | MindShift

The power of words can encourage, empower and motivate.

This article discusses a study that shows the power of communicating the belief in a student’s ability to persevere and work through the challenges.

The goal is “emphasize the power of teachers’ words and the beliefs they hold about students, and to encourage teachers to instill positive belief messages at all times.” It’s the belief that the student can grow from their experience and make progress.

Source: How Showing and Telling Kids ‘I Believe in You’ Can Empower Them at School | MindShift | KQED News