Dear God . . . Why did you make me skinny and ugly?
Cristian, you just need time to grow — and you will, young buddy. And whoever said you're ugly — just doesn't know what they're talking about. This is Wess Stafford, President of Compassion International. Children have very fragile egos. Who doesn't, by the way? The words you use and the encouragement you give a child is all important to how they see themselves, their expectations, their dreams. One author said, "When you are kind to others, it not only changes you, it changes the world." Tell a child today how nice he or she looks. Ask a child their opinion. Use words like "way to go," "I'm impressed." "You're something else!" This is Wess Stafford. Speak up with Compassion. Give a child the confidence they need to meet the challenges that lie ahead!
