Parents too often damage the self-image with no intention while others sadly seem to enjoy it. Regardless of motive, the following are some things not to do with your children: 1.Demand perfection. 2.Constant criticism. 3. Making too many of their age-appropriate decisions. 4. Harping on past perceived shortcomings. 5.Physical hitting. 6.Constant yelling. 7.Constant negative comparison with others. 8.Inappropriate praise. 9. Forcing them to make inappropriate for their age decisions. 10.Sarcasm, cutting, and demeaning statements…As parents, we must do all we can do to foster good self-image for them to best have a chance for a successful and happy life