Sometimes, parents shy away from encouraging their kids to take up competitive sports. In fact, the word ‘competition’ can set fear in our hearts, especially if we know our youngster has a hard time losing. Why set them up for the fall if you don’t have to? Surely it’s better for everyone if they leave well alone? Not at all. In truth, avoiding sports like these is the worst thing they could do. How can they overcome their inability to lose if they never have to face that reality? Encouraging them to go ahead could well be a much better…
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