Chapter
The Myth of the Perfect College
11:39 - 17:51 (06:11)
The speaker argues that success isn't tied to a student's acceptance at a prestigious college, and that limiting choices for students only hurts their chances.
Clips
The pressure to get accepted into a big brand name college is overwhelming, but it's important to remember that success can come from a variety of educational paths.
11:39 - 13:52 (02:13)
Summary
The pressure to get accepted into a big brand name college is overwhelming, but it's important to remember that success can come from a variety of educational paths. Removing our egos from the equation and accepting and embracing this truth can lead to individual success for our children.
ChapterThe Myth of the Perfect College
EpisodeYour Turn: How to Be an Adult | Julie Lythcott-Haims
PodcastTED Talks Daily
The speaker speaks on the common parenting mistake of treating children as bonsai trees where the parents tend to shape, prune and narrow them into a perfect connected subject.
13:52 - 16:11 (02:18)
Summary
The speaker speaks on the common parenting mistake of treating children as bonsai trees where the parents tend to shape, prune and narrow them into a perfect connected subject. The speaker suggests parents to treat their kids with love and to provide an environment where they can love others and themselves.
ChapterThe Myth of the Perfect College
EpisodeYour Turn: How to Be an Adult | Julie Lythcott-Haims
PodcastTED Talks Daily
Former college dean shares insights on the unique challenges young adults face today and how to navigate them in his newly released book.
16:11 - 17:51 (01:39)
Summary
Former college dean shares insights on the unique challenges young adults face today and how to navigate them in his newly released book.