Question

In some cultures , children are often told that they can achieve anything if they try hard enough.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of giving children this message

Answer 1

Advantages: This can lead children to shoot for the stars and want to grow up and become whatever they please is fit for them and that they like.

Disadvantages: Later in life they will notice that it is not easy to achieve such goals and that not only do you have to try hard enough to achieve such goals but you also must play your cards right and have different strategies to succeed.

Answer 2

While it makes optimistic children, it can lead to mistrust if they try to set their mind to something like being made of ice cream.