In fact, moderatecompetition is good for children, but extreme competition can devastate achild. Research tells us that temperament, culture, talent and the age of thechild affect how a child handles competition.
The puzzle in âpomp and circumstanceâ is âcircumstance.â We use âcircumstanceâ today, usually in the plural form âcircumstances,â to mean the context or conditions surrounding something, the place, time, causes and effects, etc., of an action or state of being.
Possible examples of unusual circumstances may include: 1  Tuition expenses at an elementary or secondary school. 2  Unusual medical or dental expenses not covered by insurance. 3  A family member who recently became unemployed.  Changes in income or assets that may affect your eligibility for financial aid.