Would you ask a child to lift heavy weight or run a marathon?
You probably won’t!
Physical scars would show clearly.
But when it comes to mind, we can’t really have a visual cue (unless we learn to closely observe). And we end up burdening the child with over load of mental tasks that hampers his growth and wellbeing.
And what is the result?
Mental scars, that starts from lack of interest, and
Average performance,
Few suggestions
Allow it to rest
Allow it to choose its battles