Creating conditions for the socialization of a child among peers is an important aspect that adults should consider. In his article, Pearlman (2013) describes the experience of his younger brother, who, being shy and unsportsmanlike, began attending the football section at the initiative of his parents. However, despite an opportunity to develop physically and make new friends, the child was forced to spend most of the playing time on the bench. The author blames the child’s coach, who, by following ambitious motives, did not want to let the boy play (Pearlman, 2013). The key argument is that in trying to create conditions for the social adaptation of kids, adults often seek to fulfill their own unfulfilled desires, and unhealthy competition robs the child of self-confidence. The raised topic is essential because involving children in team sports is a common practice, which, however, can bring not only benefits but also some difficulties in socialization and problems with self-acceptance. Adults’ mistakes leave an inevitable mark on children’s lives, whether they relate to routine social aspects or career prospects. A child who knows little about the world and cannot rely only on one’s own strengths is forced to rely on the opinions of those who have already realized themselves and gained life experience. The practical skills and knowledge of adults, however, are not always applied rationally because different motives can serve as behavioral or decision-making drivers, thereby causing biased and subjective opinions. When acquiring incorrect social interaction patterns from childhood, a kid grows up to be a person with complexes that leave an imprint on his or her later life. Pearlman (2013) argues that, in trying to help a child succeed, adults are “focused on the result, while forgetting the value of the journey” (para. 8). In addition, the author notes that parents often ignore children’s interests and act as if their own lives depend on the athletic success of their son or daughter (Pearlman, 2013). Unrealized ambitions and attempts to prove to themselves that they are capable of raising strong-minded children to turn all adults, without exception, into ruthless coaches. Although children are completely dependent on their parents, they have the right to independently choose their leisure time and those activities that not only develop them but also bring them joy and pleasure. Forced participation in sports or other types of leisure activities may cause the child to abandon athletics for good since the experience of coercion will develop a psychological barrier in him or her. Individual potential can be realized not only through competition but also through self-development so that the child understands that the path to success is a personal achievement. In addition, by participating in those leisure activities that adults impose, children are unlikely to strive for victories; conversely, their interest is discouraged, and they cannot understand their roles. Pearlman (2013) insists that a child should be willing to engage in hobbies that bring joy and self-development. Moreover, in the context of sports, the author notes the concept of “irrational competitiveness,” which implies the kid does not feel pleasure from the struggle impo