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Re:How to Force Your Kids to Do Math? by dandanua on Sunday April 20, 2025 @06:45AM (#43742944)
> Most kids won't do difficult things if you don't push them.

I guess it's true for adult humans, and other creatures as well. Instead of pushing, however, you should consider using other motivational methods (a simple prize for accomplishing something that you want from your kids works very well). Pushing can cause alienation and hate, which could affect their entire adult life.

Re:How to Force Your Kids to Do Math? by martindbp on Sunday April 20, 2025 @08:06AM (#43743265)
I think many adults don't push themselves because they were always pushed by others their entire lives. It's a form of learned helplessness. You never have a say in what to do, so you just do what you're told, nothing more.
Re:How to Force Your Kids to Do Math? by cpursley on Sunday April 20, 2025 @07:07AM (#43743027)
It’s amazing how far the promise of a sticker or special treat will go for young ones.