Art Quote by Charles Kuralt
“The greatest thing you can do in life is to tell a young boy or girl that they're 'the very best' at something - baseball, reading, art. That gives them the wonderful feeling that they can do anything, which they can!”
About This Quote
Source Interview: "The Power of Praise" on CBS News, 1992
Encouraging children by affirming their strengths builds confidence, motivating them to pursue goals and believe in their abilities
In simple terms: Praise builds confidence and motivation
Key Takeaway
Praise to boost confidence
Themes
parenting
education
psychology
Mood
encouraging
optimistic
Type
motivational
educational
When to use this quote
- classroom
- home
- sports coaching
- mentoring programs
Key Concepts
Positive reinforcement
self-efficacy
growth mindset
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance praise with constructive feedback?
- When is praise most effective?
A Different Perspective
Overpraise can create pressure or entitlement
