Speaking to your child in a positive and uplifting way is an essential part of raising happy and mentally healthy kids. Using ...

An affirmation should be present tense, positive, specific, and action-oriented. For instance, instead of saying "I will be ...

"I would say, honestly, it was a lot of positive encouragement," Canteen said about the postgame locker room. "Guys stepping up, guys leading guys, saying we're good, keep your heads up.