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You have just described the path towards underachievement

And perhaps also: Depression, Anxiety, Repressed Anger, Low Self-Esteem, and Imposter Syndrome. Did I miss anthing else?

I think Oma and (((you and I))) are also talking about different things, right?

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we also need to teach our children to advocate for themselves.


Wholeheartedly agreed! HOWEVER< Age appropriate. My six year is NOT responsible for this. The adults in her life need to check their ego's and work together to make this right.