For children mastery entails struggle. This means they must be permitted to struggle. If parents inappropriately step in to "help"-out of impatience or solicitude-they sabotage important learning. Among other things, the child is unlikely to discover the advantages of perseverance and self-discipline.
Nathaniel BrandenMost of the time, I regard the judgment of people as a waste of time. I regard the judgment of behavior as imperative.
Nathaniel BrandenProductive achievement is a consequence and an expression of health and self-esteem, not its cause.
Nathaniel Branden