Reminds me of a story which I heard to late. Conversation around the dinner table between father and daughter. "What did you fail at today?. But daddy I did really well on a test. Good , I like your successes, but it is your failures that you will learn from. Tell me tomorrow what you failed at, and we will celebrate your trying and learning."
I have another theory and it comes down to preference. I was a smart kid in school, excelling in most subject but not all. Like all humans I preferred to invest my time in those areas where I could excel, where I knew I would receive a quick return on investment. Those topics I struggled with I ignored because I COULD. Why struggle and be frustrated with some topic when I knew I could improve quickly in another? Upon reflection I shied away from the truly difficult.
It took years for me to realize this. Your kid could be very adept, smart and capable and that's the problem....
Fantastic story, and an excellent reminder for even the biggest kids. Thank you so much for taking the time to share it with everyone. Truly appreciated! Forwarding to a lot of friends who could use to hear the message...
I am also a dad of a 1.5 year old baby. Would like to hear more about how you are parenting and growing with your kid. To focus on process and growth mindset rather than perfectionism is also what I want my kid to have…
Great stuff. Wanting the best for our kids and helping them get it is no easy process for all of us. 👍
Reminds me of a story which I heard to late. Conversation around the dinner table between father and daughter. "What did you fail at today?. But daddy I did really well on a test. Good , I like your successes, but it is your failures that you will learn from. Tell me tomorrow what you failed at, and we will celebrate your trying and learning."
Wow. Very insightful and relatable. Well done!
Not sure if you've come across the concept of locus of control but it seems pretty relevant to this post https://youtu.be/8ZhoeSaPF-k
I have another theory and it comes down to preference. I was a smart kid in school, excelling in most subject but not all. Like all humans I preferred to invest my time in those areas where I could excel, where I knew I would receive a quick return on investment. Those topics I struggled with I ignored because I COULD. Why struggle and be frustrated with some topic when I knew I could improve quickly in another? Upon reflection I shied away from the truly difficult.
It took years for me to realize this. Your kid could be very adept, smart and capable and that's the problem....
One of your best. Good reminders for me as both a parent and an investor! Bravo
Fantastic story, and an excellent reminder for even the biggest kids. Thank you so much for taking the time to share it with everyone. Truly appreciated! Forwarding to a lot of friends who could use to hear the message...
very impressed. Nice father.
lol more like parent who's trying to be a bumper in bumper bowling
Excellent!! I find your humility and willingness for self reflection even more refreshing as your market analysis.
What a wonderful comment, thank you.
I am also a dad of a 1.5 year old baby. Would like to hear more about how you are parenting and growing with your kid. To focus on process and growth mindset rather than perfectionism is also what I want my kid to have…
Congratulations! It's going to be such a fun adventure for you.
Love your work, and refreshing to see a more personal post. As a parent of a child who's also risk averse, I can relate
Thanks Michael, feeling is mutual, terrific analysis on your Substack!
FABULOUS!!!
This is high compliment coming from someone who's raised fabulous kids himself! Thanks Bill.