Agree that taking breaks are important. I am guilty of trying to cramp my kid with classes, but what to do? doing nothing and the kids get bored. There’s only so many English, Math, L2 and Science classes to go to. I thought something non-academic would be a refreshing break, yet complements the learning processes. No tests and exams like music (which can be stressful…trust me.), but rather some activities or classes that exposes kids to values and soft skills in practise…resilience or bouncing back from failure, respect for each other (you see how some kids talk to maids and old folks clearing tables at hawker centres…feel like slapping them)…you know, things like that.


I chide my kids for being lazy and ordering my helper to fetch them water…they can do it themselves!

Came across a programme that trains kids to be creative and resilient through entrepreneurship. I thought it’s quite interesting because I think when our kids grow up they may have challenges fighting for jobs in the market, and entrepreneurship is an alternative path to success for those who are not necessarily academically top-of-the-class. I mean, start young, be inspired…maybe when my kid reaches JC he may become the next Zuckerberg? Nowadays got so many young rich minted Internet Millionaires overseas.


Then I can retire liao…hahahaha…

Anyone here feels the same way as I do?

I think our kids have too much academic pressure and classes - partly our own fault. It has become like an arms race where more is better.

I think we should relook at what can help our child be successful later in life - and so far research suggests that EQ is a better predictor of success than IQ.

So, anyone here thinks it’s worthwhile to send our kids to such courses (if any at all) to develop life skills like creativity, resilience, teamwork etc?