What 2 Mistakes Parents Make That Destroy Their Child's Motivation: Expert Opinion

23.06.2024 10:00

Even adults sometimes complain about not being able to stay motivated.

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In this case, it is even more difficult for children, since they have not yet developed willpower and the ability to concentrate on completing a given task, experts explain.

Adults also sometimes contribute.

What are the 2 mistakes parents make?

Children are rewarded for literally every step they take

At first glance it may seem that there is no mistake in this, because we are talking about banal positive reinforcement. But this is a misconception.

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The child simply begins to care about receiving a reward, and the goal itself does not bother him much.

Everyone is forced to do things "under duress"

Many may think that strictness can motivate more than a reward. But this is not so. As a result, children do not seek to receive "gratitude" for having completed a task: they are simply afraid of making a mistake.

As a result, all intentions are based on ordinary fear.

Previously, we talked about whether toys are needed in a baby’s crib .

Marina Michalap Author: Marina Michalap Internet resource editor


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  1. What are the 2 mistakes parents make?
  2. Children are rewarded for literally every step they take
  3. Everyone is forced to do things "under duress"