Thomas Edison has been quoted as saying success is 10% inspiration and 90% perspiration. This has been proven to be correct over and over again. It is not uncommon to find a student or an adult with a high IQ and potential for learning to be surpassed by someone who seemingly has less ability but puts forth a lot of effort into her work, and therefore is successful. Encourage your child to work hard and to always try her best.
The key word here is "encourage". Parents should be their child's best coach. Find something your child has done well and give her appropriate praise. Point out your child's successes, small as they may be. Be positive in your encouragement. Praise goes a lot further than yelling and finding fault.
Remember, it is not always the hare that wins the race!
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