tookshire Posted May 9, 2011 Share Posted May 9, 2011 I have one child who is very bright - especially with math and science. They have zero interest in the subjects, but consistently score high. They are also gifted artistically. Many people have sought her out for work in that area specifically. She has zero motivation or excitement about anything. My daughter seems to be someone with very low emotion (not depressed...kind of "Spock" like). Do I encourage her to find enjoyment in what she does well, or push her to expand her known-boundaries? She doesn't seem to want to do either. TIA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
In The Great White North Posted May 9, 2011 Share Posted May 9, 2011 Age? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peela Posted May 9, 2011 Share Posted May 9, 2011 I think you can certainly encourage- she sounds like a teen? I am learning..you can lead a horse to water, you can't make them drink. They have to find motivation somewhere in themselves- but if she is compliant, maybe she needs your direction. Mine are both so clear and definite and dislike my trying to control their direction, so I have backed off, even when my son flunks, and now relegate myself to cheer squad and encouragement. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted May 9, 2011 Share Posted May 9, 2011 Age? :iagree: Also - the Spock comment made me wonder if she is on the Spectrum? But realize that I'm wondering that based on only one sentence in your post! We really need to know more information to give you any helpful advice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lolly Posted May 9, 2011 Share Posted May 9, 2011 I have one of those too. I have found the best option is to not push or encourage but to be a sounding board. I have confidence that she will come out alright. I hope. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sunriseiz Posted May 9, 2011 Share Posted May 9, 2011 :bigear: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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