The Economic Times

Novak Djokovic's Parenting Advice: Tennis legend says parents should not rush to entertain kids when they are bored

Tennis icon Novak Djokovic says the one thing parents try hardest to avoid for their kids, boredom, might actually be the most important thing they need. He shared a personal anecdote where his son's declaration of boredom led to a conversation about the value of unstructured thought, rather than immediate entertainment. Djokovic believes modern parenting often shields kids from this essential state, hindering their imagination and ability to process thoughts.