This is a sponsored post by Mirum Shopper. All opinions expressed here are my own. 

Teaching My Daughter Self Esteem from the Inside Out

Now that I’m an adult, I bet you wouldn’t believe that I was picked on almost daily growing up. In school I was called names, and only had a few friends. Fourth grade was one of my worst years as a child. Those experiences actually made a huge impact on my self esteem. Even though I was the smartest kid in my class — I graduated the 8th grade as valedictorian, I still felt inadequate. The words that children say to one another, have a big influence on the way kids think. 

Thankfully I’ve confronted those childhood feelings as an adult, cultivated self love and know what true self esteem actually is. Since I have a daughter of my own now, I’m actively working at teaching her what real self love and self esteem is from the inside out. Yes, it’s important to believe that you look beautiful on the outside, but real beauty starts with what we feel about who we are on the inside. True self love is not superficial. Those important traits and qualities we have are what make us feel worthy.  

Daily I strengthen my daughters self esteem by going over meaningful affirmations with her. You can help your daughter do the same by making a list and saying them together.

Here are ten affirmations to help you get started: 

I Am Smart

I Am Creative 

I Am Energetic 

I Am Friendly 

I Am Kind 

I Am a Leader 

I Am Brave 

I Am Courageous 

I Am Confident 

I Am Honest

Dove believes that all girls should be able to reach their full potential and be their best selves. For over 10 years Dove has been working to build self-esteem in girls and they’ve already reached more than 17 million of them thus far. By joining the #WMSharePositivity movement we can reach so many more girls and help to cultivate the self love that they really need. 

Your purchase of Dove products found at Walmart support the cause! I’ve been a long time Dove user, and make sure to stock up on the Dove White Beauty Bar, Dove Deep Moisture Body Wash, Dove Advanced Care Clean Deodorant, and the Dove Daily Moisture Shampoo when I make my shopping trips to Walmart. Dove products keep your skin hydrated, soft, and smooth, plus they smell amazing. 

To show support for this amazing cause, head over to Twitter and share how you encourage young girls to build their self-esteem. Tag me @MommyWeek and use the hashtags #WMSharePositivity and #Sweepstakes in your tweets!

Read official rules here: https://goo.gl/ejeq9k

One winner will receive a prize pack valued at $100 which will include: 

Permanent 140 Piece

Dove products

Loofah

Walmart gift card

Let’s join Dove to encourage our girls to celebrate their uniqueness, individuality, and to set their own personal goals for self achievement. Real beauty and self-esteem begins within. 

Ashley