The article discusses the overwhelming demands placed on both adults and children, emphasizing the finite nature of internal resources such as energy, focus, and emotional bandwidth. It advocates for realistic expectations, suggesting that the notion of always doing one's best isn't feasible. The author shares a personal anecdote to illustrate how busy lives lead to compromises, where efficiency often trumps excellence. Ultimately, it encourages parents to allow children the space to learn decision-making and prioritization in managing their limited resources.
"Busy lives require constant decision-making on how to manage our internal resources. Contrary to popular thinking, those resources are finiteâwe can't conjure them by just 'trying a little harder' or 'pushing a little more.'"
"We will run out of gas. We will reach a point where we will not be able to do much more. So, we make choices."
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