Hey there, fellow parents! I want to share a little secret with you about hobby classes – the pressure is real, but it’s not on our kids, it’s on us, the parents.
Let me tell you about my son, Laksh. From the moment he could hold a crayon, I’ve watched him explore his interests with curiosity and enthusiasm. And as he grew older, I made a conscious decision to never force him into attending hobby classes, especially during those coveted summer breaks.
Why? Because I’ve seen firsthand how these so-called “hobby classes” often end up being more about fulfilling parental expectations than nurturing a child’s genuine interests. Let’s face it, how many of us parents have signed our kids up for art classes or music lessons during the summer, only to realize that they’re more interested in playing video games or building Legos at home?
The truth is, the vast majority of kids won’t pursue the hobbies they dabble in during summer breaks. And that’s okay! Instead of filling their schedules with structured activities, I’ve always believed in letting Laksh follow his passions organically, any time of the year.
You see, to me, hobby classes are just a facade – a way for us parents to fill our own free time while the schools are closed. But at what cost? Are we robbing our kids of the joy of discovering their own interests at their own pace?
I’m dead against this hollow practice, and I’m not alone. I’ve met countless parents who share my sentiments and have chosen to let their children explore the world on their own terms.
So, here’s my advice to you, fellow parents: let go of the pressure to enroll your kids in every hobby class under the sun. Instead, embrace the freedom of letting them be kids, following their passions and interests wherever they may lead.
And who knows? Maybe one day, they’ll surprise us with a talent or passion they discovered all on their own, without the confines of a structured class. After all, isn’t that what childhood is all about – exploration, imagination, and the freedom to be themselves?
Let’s break the hobby class myth together and give our kids the gift of genuine, unbridled curiosity. Trust me, you won’t regret it.
The ‘hobby’ in the hobby class is more real than the ‘class’.
