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Originally posted by James
Is all that really necessary? I never had any parent help with homework or stuff, nor any structure involving school and I aced everything.
And I had maxxed standardized test scores.
It wasn't hard at all.
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did your parents feed and clothe you well or did you have to worry about your next meal and whether your clothes were gotten from the salvation army?
did your parents make sure you got to bed on time and got up early each morning with a good breakfast? or were you completely on your own at the age of 7?
did your parents check your report card and tests when they came home? or did they not care and turn their backs if you came home with an F or 41 on a test?
if you were having a hard time with anything socially or academically did your parents step in to help? or were you left to fend for yourself against a bully, etc... at the age of 8?
i find it very hard to believe that you were as on your own as you seem to believe you were during your early years. some kids with less than ideal home lives are able to break the cycle completely on their own. it is DEFINITELY possible. but unfortunately, most kids can't raise themselves, especially in non-ideal circumstances. kids need positive role models, and most importantly--support--from others in order to thrive.