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[Bowieblue]

How can I help my 17 yr old with her self esteem?

She is intelligent, helpful, hard working at college- although not very tidy at home! but she doesnt seem to have any motivation within herself to see realistic goals. Im not a pushy Mum and only want her to be happy in whatever she does in life, but at the moment I just see her drifting.

Also, I try not to go on at her too much, but if I suggest new clothes or haircut she shys away from it and says nothing looks nice on her - she is'nt thin but not overweight. Do you think its a phase?

Does anyone have any advice or information?

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Hi Bowieblue - just wondered if you'd like to peruse this website? There are also lots of other ones that could give you some ideas on how to help your daughter.

Good luck.

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This one is also very helpful.