Expert Advice: More Encouraged Kids Are More Likely to Succeed in the Future

In 2025, experts are highlighting a crucial link between encouragement and long-term success. Studies show that children who receive consistent and meaningful encouragement are more likely to develop the skills, confidence, and resilience they need to thrive in adulthood. But here’s the catch: how you encourage matters as much as how often.

Leading child development specialists are now recommending parents go beyond verbal praise and adopt more structured systems of encouragement, like the Gifts for Gifted reward system. This comprehensive approach encourages kids not only with words but also with targeted rewards that recognize achievements in essential life skills—Physical Wellness, Mental Wellness, Independent Living, and more.

"Encouragement that is specific and purposeful helps children see the value of their efforts," says one expert. "When kids are motivated by rewards that align with their personal growth, they internalize those behaviors, leading to long-term success."

The Gifts for Gifted system embodies this philosophy, offering over 2,000 rewards that nurture development in 10 key skill areas. By encouraging children with clear, tangible goals—whether it’s earning a Capable Practitioner badge in Learning Skills or reaching Proficient Expert in Social Wellness—parents set their kids up for success not just today, but for years to come.

As experts agree, when children are more encouraged, they are more likely to grow into successful, well-rounded adults. So, don’t just encourage—use systems that maximize the impact of your encouragement and shape your child’s bright future.