Why Potential is Paralyzing | Burnt-Out Gifted Kids Interview

Find out how HG Coaching can help you tackle burnout, low motivation, and more here: Join the Healthy Gamer Discord: ▼ Timestamps ▼ _____ Did you peak in elementary school? Why do gifted kids who show so much promise in their earlier years end up having issues with depression, anxiety, and motivation? Thanks to Alchem, Sed, Bee, Sol, and Jacob for coming on the stream and sharing their experiences. 00:00:00 Intro Clip 00:00:20 Introductions 00:08:07 Motivation as a burnt out, gifted kid 00:29:25 Energy and capability, quitting before you start 00:53:03 Stuck in limbo, being allowed to fail 01:21:20 Ego, expectations and hopelessness 02:00:00 Being a “failure“, do the best you can 02:15:54 Closing Thoughts DISCLAIMER Healthy Gamer is an online community and resource platform for gamers and their families. It does not provided medical services or professional counselin