How much do parents really influence their child’s future career?

English summary of Jelena Rajković’s column in Ljepota i zdravlje Montenegro.

Parents shape career choices through everyday reactions and expectations, as well as direct advice. Jelena argues that the most useful support is to help children understand their interests while leaving room to explore, make mistakes and change direction.

Choosing a school need not settle an entire career, and university is one possible route rather than a universal answer. Listening with curiosity, noticing what engages a child and acknowledging uncertainty can support more independent decisions. Parents can also reflect on the messages their own relationship with work sends, so that their fears do not become limits on a child’s possibilities.

Read the full original article in Montenegrin using the source link below.