“Something striking has happened to the self-esteem of American children during the era of raising our children to feel good. They have never been more depressed.”
Unable to handle rejection, ex: the Santa Barbara killer.
It’s best to teach children that their true value comes because they are created by the Almighty, and were worth dying for. That’s the only sane and workable self esteem.
I know that I am of value, while at the same time, I also know that it’s because of grace and I have to enjoy my position in God and please Him at the same time.
This self worth gives you security, gets your mind off of yourself, and drives you to become a better person all at the same time.