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[quote=Anonymous]Neither of my kids has been hyper-involved in multiple activities throughout childhood.  Instead of labeling them "quitters," I choose to label them late bloomers. Not everyone has a true passion or even an intense interest, so why expect a child to have multiple passions or think that something is wrong with them if they don't?  I've provided encouragement and opportunities when I see flashes of interest or potential interest but I wouldn't make them do something just for the sake of making them do something.

Both kids did finish black belts in martial arts and we did push them to complete that as the interested waned at times, but didn't say a word when they opted to quit after reaching that milestone.  DS has stuck with music, has some talent and is seeing some payoff in terms of being eligible for some additional ensembles.  I don't see why I should feel like a bad parent because he doesn't also play 2 varsity sports and travel soccer or something else.

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