Rebound

It goes without saying that N didn’t like being given constructive criticism, but I think he responded in a positive way by working harder and answering the call. I’m not one who believes in being hard on kids and pushing them to the extreme, but I also think that it’s not good to go through life only hearing good things and positive feedback. The reality is, none of us is perfect, and if we’re always being told how great we are, when we get out into the real world and hear the cold hard truth, it can be devastating. I see it all the time in people whose hands are held for them. When the have to deal with the harsh realities of life, they give up and quit, or just walk away. Not the best way to go through life.

Again, I don’t like to see the kids feel bad, that’s not the point, but I also think it’s important for them to understand that everything they do is not always perfect. On that note, N came out at the next hockey practice and skated that much harder and took to heart the coaches message. In the process, he’s becoming a better hockey player and learning the value of hard work and perseverance, not to mention that life isn’t only about being told how great you are, even if you are.

Until the next time, thanks for reading, and thanks to o5com for the pic.