In some cultures, children are often told that they can achieve anything if they try hard enough. What are the advantages and disadvantages of giving children this message?
1. achieve anything:
accomplish anything /make anything happen /realize any of their dreams /anything is achievable
2. if they try hard enough:
as long as they work hard enough /through hard work /if they put in enough effort /as long as they are devoted/dedicated enough
3. mental well-being /mental health
4. be detrimental to /harm /adversely affect
5. be mentally strong enough
6. end up doubting themselves and lacking confidence
7. increase their chances of success in life
8. become successful individuals
9. succeed in their lives
10. talents and abilities
11. dedicate themselves to their goal
12. Michael Phelps
13. be talented at
14. the Olympic podium
15. the greatest Olympian of all time
16. Olympic gold medals