Best Amy Chua Sayings
- I think the biggest difference is that I've noticed Western parents seem much more concerned about their children's psyches, their self-esteem, whereas tough immigrant parents… Assume
- We all want to do the right thing for our children. We all don't know what that is and we all - you know, you… All
- Parenting is the hardest thing I have ever done. I tried to find the balance between the strict, traditional Chinese way I was raised, which… Adjustment
- There's something suspicious about saying, 'I'm just going to leave my child alone and let her pursue her passions.' You know what? I think most… Alone
- I think there are many ways to raise great kids. From what I can tell, Ayelet Waldman's kids are interesting, strong, and happy, and if… Case
- China is doing lots of things right. It's investing in education and R&D, it's opening up, it's more cosmopolitan than it's ever been. I think… Been
- The Chinese mom is not the helicopter mom. I would never do their homework for them. It's all about: Take responsibility, don't blame others. Be… All
- There are all kinds of psychological disorders in the West that don't exist in Asia. All
- As a purely mathematical fact, people who sleep less live more. Fact
- My dogs can't do anything--and what a relief. I don't make any demands of them, and I don't try to shape them or their future.… Always Look
- What Chinese parents understand is that nothing is fun until you're good at it. pg 29 Chinese
- All decent parents want to do what's best for their children. The Chinese just have a totally different idea of how to do that. All
- The truth is I'm not good at enjoying life. Enjoy
- Unlike Western parents, reminding my child of Lord Voldemort didn't bother me. Bother
- Nothing is fun until you're good at it. Fun
- The fact is that Chinese parents can do things that would seem unimaginable-even legally actionable-to Westerners. Chinese mothers can say to their daughters, "Hey fatty-lose… Actionable
- But just because you love something, I added to myself, doesn't mean you'll ever be great. Not if you don't work. Most people stink at… Added
- Western parents worry a lot about their children's self-esteem. But as a parent, one of the worst things you can do for your child's self-esteem… Better
- Do you know what a foreign accent is? It's a sign of bravery. Accent
- Everything I've ever done that's valuable is something I was afraid to try. Afraid
- Chinese parents believe that their kids owe them everything. Believe
- Every day that you don't practice is a day you're getting worse. Day
- Western parents try to respect their children’s individuality, encouraging them to pursue their true passions, supporting their choices, and providing positive reinforcement and a nurturing… Arming
- I was raised by extremely strict - but also extremely loving - Chinese immigrant parents, and I had the most wonderful childhood! I remember laughing… Allowed
- When my children were young, I was very cocky. I thought I could maintain total control. Children