13 Expecting Perfection
“Parents who expect perfection from their kids,” says Whatley, “will be sorely disappointed.” It simply is not a realistic goal. More importantly, however, doing so “can cause their child to become frustrated and anxious,” making them more likely to avoid trying new things rather than “miss the mark the parent pushes for.” As a result, the child will begin to feel as if they are a failure, resulting in a lifetime of poor self-esteem.
