Let Them Be Who They Are

Some parents put chains around their children without even recognizing it. They want their kids to become better than them by following the same path while exerting more effort and doing the best they can do.

But have they asked themselves, is this what my children want? 

Have they asked their kid, is this what makes you happy?

It is indeed a parent's true happiness to see his kid grow and become successful in life. However, the most appropriate accomplishment must be to navigate his kid to the real meaning of success-- happiness.

Do not tame the spirit out of your children. Always be there for them but never force them to do anything they don't have the heart to.

~James Ruesch