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Jeri Gallant Keer's avatar

Wow this was so spot on! I love following you and always feel empowered to be a

better version of myself after reading anything and everything you write. Thank you!

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Dr. Samantha Boardman's avatar

Thank you! I'm glad you are finding these newsletters to be useful!

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Leslie's avatar

This was such an incredible article. So well written and informative, and I will be sharing it with loved ones and friends. Thank you

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Dr. Samantha Boardman's avatar

Thank you! I hope they enjoy :)

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Allan Mishra, MD's avatar

Wonderful summary of why belief in yourself is crucial to your vitality. Thank you for sharing your expertise and wisdom. Teachers and mentors that believe in our abilities can transform us.

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Dr. Samantha Boardman's avatar

Exactly!

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Sandy MacDonald's avatar

Excellent! I would also be curious to hear your take on overly high expectations: e.g.,the pressure placed on a child labeled a genius.

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Dr. Samantha Boardman's avatar

I'd definitely recommend my friend Jennifer Wallace's book "Never Enough: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic-and What We Can Do About It."

It's a brilliant examination the rise of “toxic achievement culture” overtaking our kids' and parents' lives, and most importantly is full of solutions.

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Louise's avatar

Just love Dr Boardman's opinion pieces. Never a disappointment. Keep them coming….

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Dr. Samantha Boardman's avatar

Thank you! I am glad people are finding these pieces to be helpful. :)

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Elaine Lamberton's avatar

So true & so appropriate as I’m recovering from surgery & working on regaining my strength & skills. Thank you

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Dr. Samantha Boardman's avatar

I hope this helps!

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Janet Tekworth's avatar

Wonderful information about raising strong but graceful children

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Dr. Samantha Boardman's avatar

Thank you

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