The next time you are out with friends and your son or daughter are with you, express how proud you are of something that your child recently accomplished or did. Brag just a bit so your son or daughter hears you telling someone else. Your child needs to hear you telling others of his/her character or achievement. Going public like this affirms just how proud you are of your child. At least once a week make it a goal to speak praise about your child. Your child need to know you are proud of him/her.
