RE: Psychology Addict # 59 | Discussing Modern Caregiving.
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I've heard about this approach and as a teacher do not approve of indiscriminate praise, there has to be a good reason. I agree that gushing unmerited wonder at a simple line drawn on a piece of paper could easily make a child lazy and still expect admiration.
It's all about BALANCE and being encouraging while being truthful,then another person can trust your judgement.
An interesting article.
Thank you.
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Hello @justjoy (what a lovely user name!) :)
I’m so pleased to hear you found this post interesting. Especially ecause you’re a teacher! Thank you for taking the time to let me know this. The rationale presented by developmental psychologists is similar to yours: “it makes a child lazy.” It is largely argued that the child can easily fall into the belief: Well, if I’m already a the best. Why try harder?
It’s true! It’s about balance! :)
Thank you once again for stopping by,
Best,
Abigail.