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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]
No forcing.
However, our rule was once you agree to start a sport/activity -- you finish it/see it through.

No quitting mid point if there are no health issues

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Funny how different things work for different kids. I do force my kids to try one or two activities per year (say, a fall sport and a spring dance class for example). I say it is good to dabble and try things and see what you like. However, I keep expectations low and I tell them if they attend 2-3 sessions of the activity and truly hate it or it’s truly a bad fit, they do not have to continue.

The relaxing on the commitment end of things makes them less anxious about picking something to try because they know if they really dislike it, they can quit.

I think the anxiety of “ok I’ll sign you up for karate- just know that once I’ve signed you up, you need to attend all 16 classes no matter what” would make my kids resist even trying anything. The way I do it, they’re willing to try because they know it’s no big deal if they quit later. And they’ve each only quit one thing early. [/quote]

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