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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I say I was bad at sports to my kids occasionally because I was. They're all-star athletes due to raw talent and hard work. I was good at math and tell them occasionally because I was. They're exceptional at math also due to raw talent and hard work. I don't get why people feel they can't be honest with their kids in an age appropriate way. Everyone has strengths and weaknesses that can evolve over time. You don't want to lock kids into thinking about themselves a certain way,  but it's not wrong for them to recognize their talents vs. areas for growth. Just need to be careful with the wording.[/quote]
A parent who wants to be honest about their own weaknesses should be careful not to repeat them too often around their child because children internalize what they hear—especially from their parents. When a parent frequently mentions, “I was never good at math,” their child might unconsciously adopt that same belief, thinking it’s inherited or inevitable. This can create a self-fulfilling prophecy, where the child starts to doubt their own abilities without cause. Instead of fostering openness, it can unintentionally plant seeds of insecurity. Being honest is valuable, but balance it with encouragement, a growth mindset, and the message that weaknesses can be overcome.
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