“Now I think it’s one of the most useless questions an adult can ask a child - What do you want to be when you grow up? As if growing up is finite. As if at some point you become something and that’s the end.”
— Michelle Obama
Simplified Meaning:
Asking kids what they want to be when they grow up suggests that becoming an adult is like reaching a final destination where you stop changing or growing. But maturing isn't a race or a single goal you reach; it's a lifelong journey. People don't just turn into one thing and stay that way forever. For instance, think about someone who starts their career as a teacher. Over the years, they could become a writer, a parent, or even learn to paint. Their interests and skills evolve as they go through different experiences. Instead of pushing children to commit to one career path, we should encourage them to explore and be open to many possibilities. This way, they can keep discovering who they are and what they love at every stage of their life.
