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Too Much Positive Thinking Could Hinder Kids’ Grades: Study

The "you can do anything" mindset could lead to poorer academic performance.

Parents often tell their children that if they just “put their minds to it,” they can achieve anything. Everyone wants to encourage their kid to shoot for the stars. But according to a new study, this attitude might have the opposite effect from its intention: it could be contributing to poorer academic performance.

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