TED Talks Daily Your Turn: How to Be an Adult | Julie Lythcott-Haims
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Aug 2, 2022 Julie Lythcott-Haims, former Dean of Freshmen at Stanford and author of "Your Turn: How to Be an Adult," discusses redefining success beyond grades and test scores. She emphasizes the importance of unconditional love from parents to promote independence in children. The conversation touches on the dangers of over-involved parenting and the pressing need to teach essential life skills. Lythcott-Haims encourages embracing personal growth and adopting a growth mindset during the challenging transition to adulthood, fostering resilience in younger generations.
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Over-Parenting's Harm
- Over-parenting harms kids by hindering self-discovery and creating dependence.
- "Checklist childhoods" prioritize achievements over self-efficacy and well-being.
Foster Self-Efficacy
- Let kids experience natural consequences to develop self-efficacy.
- Encourage them to handle tasks independently, fostering their problem-solving skills.
Chores and Success
- Chores build a "pitch in" mindset crucial for professional success, according to the Harvard Grant Study.
- This mindset fosters a sense of responsibility and initiative, valued in the workplace.
