2518: [Part 2] Let’s Regain the Proper Perspective About Sports in Our Kids’ Lives by Jay Harrington of Life and Whim

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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