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In some cultures, children are often told they can achieve anything if they try hard enough. What are the advantages and disadvantages of giving children this message?

The younger generations around the world are taught that enough hard work guarantees success. Such a message would eventually have a positive bearing on young minds in terms of overcoming hardships and teaching patience. In my opinion, I believe sometimes it is fine to step back and rely on other’s assistance to pursue future goals.

One the one hand, teaching children to believe in hard work could be advantageous. In other words, only when they try can they succeed their aim. This is exceptionally true when it comes to learning a foreign tongue. Mastering a new language could be an arduous challenge, so it is ridiculous to expect a lifetime worth’s work can be done in two weeks. It is, therefore, of significant essence to teach young minds how important hard work is. Furthermore, children tend to give up so easily when they encounter setbacks. Thus, to develop a positive mentality and improve their resilience, this message is necessary for their adult life.

On the other hand, the notion that diligence ensures success is not always beneficial for a child’s development. Firstly, if being told that hard work begets success, kids are likely to set unrealistic goals. For instance, an average student might stress himself out when he could ill afford to be the top three in class, and, consequently, deprive him of motivation to continue his academic life. Secondly, in times of hardships, kids could also seek companionship from classmates or peers. Assistance, contrary to popular belief, should not be seen as cowardice but rather a great sense of community. Hence, never should parents strictly teach young minds that only hard work will succeed.

In sum, parenting guidance in many parts of the world involves the message that hard work would always result in success. While there are some obvious advantages, I think that parents should encourage their kids to share work with others as well.