I keep letting my eight-year-old win at checkers because I can't stand to see her disappointed, but now she thinks she's actually better than me and keeps challenging other kids who destroy her.
More people experience this than they realize.
The impulse to shield others from discomfort often robs them of the resilience that only comes through genuine struggle.
“Where Are You with Games — board games and card games?”
Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.