<p>Prior to the recession our nation was rolling right along. People did not have to worry about much so they were able to focus on their kids and “perfecting them.” </p>
<p>It seems so many people expect perfection. Higher scores, better summer programs, regional, state and national sport or music awards. We are always pushing for the next level.</p>
<p>These poor kids have to deal with this. Just the perfection of their own bodies is horrible enough. 6 packs for boys, 0 % body fat, girls looking to not have their thighs touch…and on and on. </p>
<p>We have done this to them. They have embraced the need for perfection. </p>
<p>We are killing our kids.</p>
<p>And on top of that I really believe they read about and watch people who cheat benefit from it. </p>
<p>Business, politics, science. How often do we read about successes that involved cheating. </p>