Why Chinese Mothers Are Not Superior

   To most Asian parents, grade is the most important thing to them. They expect their children to achieve high in academics, and care less about extracurricular activities. I totally agree with the author that this kind of parenting is only a short term success because children aren’t given enough freedom to search for themselves. After graduating from college, our roles transform from students to employees. Having been only studying school subjects for such a long time, it’s hard for Asian children to find where their interests are at first few times. We’ll definitely make many mistakes before finding jobs that we really want and that are truly suitable for us. Defining success doesn’t necessarily limited to meanings of studying in prestigious schools, working in high positions in large companies, and earning lots of money. Rather, I think that achieving success is accomplishing one’s goal in one’s specialized area. Although these areas might be small or unnoticeable, as long as people are satisfied with their doings and lived enjoyable and happy lives, I think that’s called success.