Dear Suze Q., Our 20 year-old daughter refused to go away to university, choosing a community college so she can live at home. She’s a great student but worries excessively, and emotionally is a case if things aren’t perfect. Her mom and I are successful in our fields but are at a loss for how to help her.
Dear Dad, Fear of failure is one byproduct of anxiety and insecurities. She may not even be aware of the exact causes. Among other skills, she should learn to realistically assess her strengths and weaknesses in order to maximize her outcomes, and to take chances when prepared to fail rather than avoid situations. These tough life skills at her age are best learned in therapy or a mentor she trusts. -SQ
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