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When "Good Enough" Never Feels Good Enough: Understanding Perfectionism in Kids
This blog explores the signs, causes, and hidden downsides of perfectionism—and, most importantly, how parents can support perfectionism.
Dr. Stephanie Lavoie and Dr. Michelle Fardella
Mar 103 min read
![🍂 Who says beaches are only for summer? Ontario’s beaches in the fall are just as magical - and often *free*! 🌊
Cooler temps mean fewer crowds, making it the perfect time for kids to explore the sand, splash in shallow water, and take in all the new textures, sounds, and smells. 🍁 The crunch of leaves, the sound of waves, and the feel of cool sand offer incredible **sensory experiences** - calming for some kids, energizing for others.
So pack a cozy sweater, a thermos of hot chocolate, and head to your local beach. The sensory play opportunities are endless and the memories will be, too. 🧡
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![❌ “All kids develop at the same pace.”
✅ Reality check: every child’s brain and body follow their *own* timeline.
When schools ignore developmental differences, kids get labeled as “behind” or “advanced” — when really, they’re just being human. 🌱
It’s time school boards stopped treating kids like carbon copies and started respecting how growth *actually* works. 🧠✨
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