Mhm. [She nodded.] I remember how flustered and defensive he got when I suggested we should all shower him with love everyday till his self-esteem improves. It was adorable, ahaha!

[ Maybe that was going a bit far with that plan... But maybe a less drastic version of it would work. Giving him small encouragement that would help him on a regular basis. Something that felt natural. Yes, that would do just well. ]

Unlike me, he doesn't really have the skill to fake it... [She paused.] That's a blessing, maybe. At least we know he needs our attention.