The invisible pressure children feel to make parents proud

Children often learn that love is earned through achievement, a subtle pressure that can lead to anxiety and a fear of failure. This stems from parental hopes, societal values, and feelings of debt, causing individuals to prioritize external validation over self-awareness. Breaking this cycle requires parents to decouple love from success and children to articulate their true selves.

The invisible pressure children feel to make parents proud
Children often learn that love is earned through achievement, a subtle pressure that can lead to anxiety and a fear of failure. This stems from parental hopes, societal values, and feelings of debt, causing individuals to prioritize external validation over self-awareness. Breaking this cycle requires parents to decouple love from success and children to articulate their true selves.