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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Thanks, I understand the judgment based on my post and I probably deserve it. But the truth is, I just really want her to find something that builds her confidence and keeps her active. I know she's not an extension of me, and I’m not trying to live through her. I just want her to find joy in something.

So far, she’s been lukewarm about everything we’ve tried: tennis lessons, gymnastics/tumbling, recreational swimming (she refused the swim team), rec lacrosse, and now volleyball camp. She’s already said no to soccer, basketball, dance, cheer, and any kind of martial arts. The only thing she kind of likes is gymnastics, but only wants to go once a week.

She does enjoy art, so we might revisit that.

I just want her to find something that makes her happy. Her older sister participates in two activities I know nothing about, and she’s grown so much from them. I just want the same for her.[/quote]

You are too focused on sports.  Lots of parents are.  It's an American culture thing.  Maybe...gasp...she doesn't like sports.

Try scouts, theater, an instrument.  And yes if she enjoys art, lean into that.  So much to explore there.  It's fine to tell a kid you need to pick one thing to get some physical activity.  It does not have to be organized sports.  Don't put pressure on her it has to be her life's passion or occupy all her time.  Gymnastics once a week is fine.  Get a dog (or if you have one great) and go on a long walk every night.  Go for hikes.[/quote]

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