Chapter
The Danger of Obsessing Over Grades and Scores
01:29 - 11:39 (10:10)
The pressure placed on children to achieve high grades and scores can send the message that they can't succeed without their parents' constant intervention. Instead, parents should value other aspects of childhood development such as love and chores.
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Parents often feel the need to constantly push and direct their children's education, but this can lead to the message that the child is not capable alone, and can have negative effects on mental health and self-worth.
01:29 - 07:18 (05:48)
Summary
Parents often feel the need to constantly push and direct their children's education, but this can lead to the message that the child is not capable alone, and can have negative effects on mental health and self-worth.
ChapterThe Danger of Obsessing Over Grades and Scores
EpisodeYour Turn: How to Be an Adult | Julie Lythcott-Haims
PodcastTED Talks Daily
Childhood success should not just revolve around grades and scores, but around building a foundation for emotional and personal growth that stems from love and responsibility.
07:18 - 11:39 (04:21)
Summary
Childhood success should not just revolve around grades and scores, but around building a foundation for emotional and personal growth that stems from love and responsibility. Parents should value their childrens' emotional well-being over academic achievements by limiting screen-time and investing time in building a strong relationship with them.