Aug 3, 2008

Yer not smart, just a hard worker dear.

The Secret to Raising Smart Kids: Scientific American
"Our society worships talent, and many people assume that possessing superior intelligence or ability—along with confidence in that ability—is a recipe for success. In fact, however, more than 30 years of scientific investigation suggests that an overemphasis on intellect or talent leaves people vulnerable to failure, fearful of challenges and unwilling to remedy their shortcomings".
via swissmiss

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