Parenting 101: Possible Effects Of The 'Hard Thing Rule' On Kids

Things aren't always easy as they seem when it comes to parenting especially when applying the "Hard Thing Rule" in a household. There are different views about this rule but this article will be focusing more on the possible effects of its implementation on kids.

A research reportedly showed that students who commit and focus on a particular activity, which they find hard and challenging, for at least two years and in some way, significantly advances were more likely to finish college with honors, according to Herald Tribune. Additionally, they may hold a position in politics or in any field as appointed or elected leader in young adulthood.

Moreover, they may also attain notable accomplishments across several fields of interest. These may be in the arts, science, math, community service or tourism.

Not only that, it is believed that if parents also practice the Hard Thing Rule, their perseverance and passion will more likely grow as family members plan and work to attain their goals. WIth that said, they will experience the satisfaction of success that runs deep within.

So, how exactly does the Hard Thing Rule work? Basically, it has three parts and the first is that everyone - yes, including the parents - needs to find a hard thing or an activity to do.

The first part will entail each one to make a goal and work hard to meet each obstacle. This idea is what can be called as "deliberate practice," which came from Anders Ericsson's research study.

The second part of the Hard Thing Rule is that nobody is allowed to quit until the end point is reached. The referred end point can come in different ways, including but not limited to, end of class semester or the final performance.

The third and final rule is that everyone must pick a task for themselves. Parents may help their kids in finding the thing that can pique their interest.

Angela Duckworth, a psychologist and a professor at the University of Pennsylvania, introduced the Hard Thing Rule to her family. Business Insider learned that she came up with the rule when she was trying to explore the difficulty of balancing the kids' autonomy and imposing some parental rules on their activities.

If you come to think of it, the core value that is being developed by the Hard Thing Rule is self-discipline, so here's a bonus motivational video for you. Be inspired with success everyone!