“It’s easy to love kids who do everything right and never cause problems. But the ones who stand out as difficult, impulsive, wayward, or just plain bad are the ones who change the world – if only we don’t destroy them before they get the chance.”
Dr. Edward M. Hallowell
I read this in the foreword of a book by a young man who has ADHD. Reading this sentence, tears sprang from my eyes.
Reading it again, I don’t have the visceral response, but wondered if someone else didn’t need to read it too.
Thank you for posting this. My high-energy, strong-willed 2 1/2 year old often pushes me to my limits. I needed this gentle reminder not to squelch his spirit, only tame it when necessary.
I’ve been there, so many times.