An interesting article in New York Magazine:
http://nymag.com/news/features/27840/index.html
It’s not surprising that what we tell our kids has such profound impact on them, but it is surprising that a seemingly positive statement can have a negative effect. An interesting article on a complex issue, and interesting from a parents or educators point of view.
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Posted by Ronald on 2007/03/07 at 5:08 PM
Insightful article … it’s a keeper for the future … if I ever get blessed with kids. Or else I guess it’s great for educators too … the art of encouragement.