The podcast discusses the effectiveness of withholding praise and approval from children, suggesting that it may make them work harder. It also advocates for providing children with a sense of security and belief. The chapter includes recommendations for further resources on parenting and mentions an ad/sponsor for Momentous sleep pack.
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Withholding praise and approval can make children hungry for achievement but also create a constant need for validation.
Praising children and believing in their abilities is crucial for their motivation and success.
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The Impact of Withholding Praise
Some parents have tried withholding praise, approval, and pride from their children in order to make them work harder and be more motivated. While this approach can make children hungry for achievement, it can also lead to insatiable hunger for approval and affection from others. This hunger can be both a motivator and a potential weakness, as competence, independence, and a sense of self are also critical for success.
The Importance of Being a Supportive Parent
Contrary to the belief that praising children spoils them, praising them actually makes them feel secure. Withholding deserved praise can undermine their belief in themselves. Being a supportive parent and believing in your child's abilities is crucial for their motivation and overall success. This topic is explored further in the 'Daily Dad' podcast throughout the month of August.
It does work. We have to concede that. For generations, some parents have tried withholding praise, withholding pride, withholding approval so that their kids don’t feel entitled to it. The idea is that this will make them hungry, make them really work for it. No participation trophies here! You’ve got to earn it in my house!