Even though it’s well-intentioned, excessive use of “good job” can diminish its effectiveness. Constantly evaluating children’s actions with such simple praise can unintentionally create a binary mindset of good and bad, discourage exploration and learning from mistakes, and miss opportunities for more meaningful, motivating, and specific praise. If you find yourself always saying “good job”, you could try the following: 🌈 Notice and name what you see. 💕 Focus on the process when giving compli