Anders Ericsson, who sadly passed away at the age of 72 in 2020, was the expert on how to become an expert. He was a renowned cognitive psychologist, and the author of the seminal book on how to become elite, Peak. If you are familiar with the research of Ericsson, then you know a little something about […]
Being practical is not a bad thing in itself. There is a lot of good that can come out of making practical decisions. However, practicality can also stifle a child’s development. Renowned professor and author William Damon, PhD, in his book The Path to Purpose: How Young People Find Their Calling in Life makes this clear. […]
One of the first competitions a young athlete must win to grow into an elite athlete is against their desire for instant gratification. Indeed, anyone who has ever played sports knows that the toughest battles you face are against yourself. Sports journalism is full of stories of athletes who lose this battle. So, parents and […]