Robot Unicorn Forcing Kids To Do Hard Things: Raising Resilient Kids Who Can Tolerate Frustration
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May 13, 2024 Exploring the balance of pushing kids to do hard things, the fine line between encouraging potential and pushing past limits. Discussing resilience, self-doubt, and nurturing persistence in children. Navigating complexities in parenting, emphasizing self-awareness and guiding with belief in capabilities.
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Karate Practice Led By Dad
- Scott describes pushing their daughter in karate where he had her repeat a move many times until she mastered it.
- Jess felt triggered seeing the child's distress but acknowledged the pushing led to quick progress and later pride.
Swimming Fear Turned Into Pride
- Jess shares gently pushing their daughter into swimming lessons after validating fears and telling success stories.
- The child overcame fear, completed lessons, and said it was her favorite week of summer.
Parent Wounds Shape Pushing
- Parents' own childhood wounds shape how they view and react to their child's struggle.
- Seeing a child's distress can trigger old stories about shame and limit a parent's ability to push constructively.