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Episode 2518:

Pushing kids into competitive sports to keep up with societal expectations can do more harm than good. Jay Harrington challenges the modern obsession with youth sports as a status symbol, urging parents to shift their focus from achievement to enjoyment. True success lies not in winning but in fostering character, resilience, and a lifelong love for play.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.lifeandwhim.com/first-moments-blog/perspective-about-sports-in-our-kids-lives

Quotes to ponder:

"It’s hard not to feel bad about ourselves when we learn little Suzy just earned her brown belt in Tae Kwon Do."

"As parents we need to get a grip. We shouldn’t try to fulfill our own unfulfilled dreams by driving our kids to be ‘winners.’"

"In other words, sport is about building character."

Episode references:

Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell: https://www.amazon.com/Outliers-Story-Success-Malcolm-Gladwell/dp/0316017930

When the Game Stands Tall: https://www.amazon.com/When-Game-Stands-Tall-Ultimate/dp/1583941304

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