Li Meijin: Why are children very smart when they are young but mediocre when they grow up?

In the long history of parenting, every parent has been proud of their children\’s little flashes of wisdom, but one day in the future, they will inevitably feel a little doubt about that dazzling past: \”Why did my child look so dazzling when he was a child?\” \”You are smart, but seem to become mediocre when you grow up?\” This is not just your confusion, it touches the deep fog of parenting. Today, let us clear the fog together, explore the truth, and find the key to unlocking the infinite possibilities of children. The key to potential. 🌈 Introduction: The brilliance of childhood and the fog of growth 🌈Imagine that at the age of four, Xiaojie can easily identify complex geometric figures, and at the age of five, he can recite Tang poetry and Song lyrics. Neighbors, relatives and friends all praise him. However, as time went by, this \”extraordinary\” intelligence seemed to gradually fade. By his teenage years, although Xiaojie\’s grades were stable, they no longer had the brilliance of the past. Such changes have left countless parents confused and worried. 🤔 Exploration: Growth Curve and Environmental Influence 1. Enlightenment of Multiple Intelligence Theory💡** Howard Gardner’s multiple intelligence theory tells us that everyone has his or her unique combination of intelligences. The \”smartness\” displayed by children when they were young is often only the preliminary manifestation of specific intelligence, such as linguistic intelligence or logical-mathematical intelligence. As age increases, the demand for other intelligence fields (such as interpersonal intelligence and self-cognitive intelligence) is increasing day by day. If comprehensive development is ignored, it will give people the illusion of \”becoming mediocre\”. 2. Limitations of the educational environment🌐In the process of children\’s growth, the single education evaluation system often overemphasizes academic performance and ignores the cultivation of creativity, emotional intelligence and other multi-faceted abilities. In this environment, children\’s potential is limited, and it is naturally difficult to continue to show comprehensive \”smartness\”. 3. The delicate balance of family education ⚖️Parents’ attitudes and methods are equally critical. Excessive protection and expectations, or lack of sufficient encouragement and guidance, will cause children to lose direction on the road to growth. 🌈 Practice: Breaking mediocre parenting strategies 🌈1. Discover and cultivate children’s diverse potentials 🎨Case: Xiaoyu’s parents discovered that she was particularly interested in scientific experiments, so they encouraged her to join the science club, while also guiding her to explore literature and art. world. In Xiaoyu\’s diverse experiences, not only has his scientific thinking been tempered, but his interest in other fields has also been stimulated, and his overall quality has been comprehensively improved. 2. Establish a growth mindset🌱Suggestion: Teach children to view failure as a stepping stone to growth, and encourage them to learn from every attempt rather than just pursuing results. Make “I can do better” a family mantra by reading growth mindset books and participating in family discussions. 3. Create an environment open to exploration🌟Practice: Provide children with a safe and supportive family environment for exploration. For example, set up a creative corner filled with paint brushes, Lego bricks and other materials to encourage them to use their imagination freely. At the same time, outdoor adventure activities are regularly arranged to broaden horizons and stimulate curiosity. 4. Teaching by example is more important than words👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Insight: Parents’ own attitudes and behavior patterns towards life have a subtle influence on their children. ShowingWith a passion for learning and the courage to accept new things, children will naturally imitate and internalize this positive attitude towards life. 🌈 Conclusion: Infinite possibilities for the future🌟 Every child is a gem to be discovered, and their future should not be limited by \”mediocre\”. By understanding the complexity of growth and implementing comprehensive and flexible parenting strategies, we can help children break boundaries, inspire their inner potential, and move towards a broader stage of life. Remember, true intelligence is not only reflected in scores, but also in having the ability to continue learning, adapting to changes, and a heart that is always curious and courageous to explore. Let us join hands and use love and wisdom to light up children\’s path to infinite possibilities. 🌟