Need advice on teaching my 8yo to shake hands properly

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Dec 201 min read

My boy is getting shy around adults and his handshake is weak as a noodle. How do yall teach your kids to look someone in the eye and give a firm grip? I want him confident but not cocky about it. Any tips on making it a natural habit?

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NNoah B.RegularDec 21

The noodle handshake will resolve itself once his confidence goes up. Focus on getting him more comfortable talking to adults and the grip will naturally improve.

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JJoeNew DadDec 20

Some kids are just naturally more reserved and that's okay. My nephew was shy too and now at 12 he's fine. Don't force it too hard or he'll just get more nervous.

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MMarcusRegularDec 22

Look I'm gonna be real with you, the firm handshake thing matters less than just teaching him not to be anxious around people. Have him practice with uncles and older cousins first so it's less pressure.

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PPete S.RegularDec 23

My son was exactly like this at that age. We practiced by shaking hands before dinner and making it kind of a game. Now he's a little handshake master at 10. Takes consistency.

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