How to Support Your Kids’ Dreams Without Raising “Delusionals”

No, son, you cannot be a dolphin when you grow up.

Marla Szwast
Nov 6 · 11 min read
Photo by Ronaldo Oliveira on Unsplash

Every child needs to know that their dreams matter. Who they are matters. Working hard at what they love will bring them joy. But no life, no matter how dreamy, is perfect. Dreams coming true just give your life a base of joy and happiness. They do not erase problems or…

Marla Szwast

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A mom who writes, in the cracks of time, between educating, chauffeuring and feeding half a dozen kids. Top writer in Parenting. https://www.jumpintogenius.com

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