Is your child exhausted from co-curricular activities, and how can parents strike a balance?

UAE experts say co-curricular activities (CCAs) can help children channel energy, develop skills, and reduce screen time, but overloading schedules can quietly lead to fatigue, stress, and reduced creativity. Life coach Girish Hemnani warns that constant engagement without free play hampers imagination and executive function, while school principals Natalia Svetenok and Wayne Howsen emphasise that children thrive when activities build energy, not pressure, and when participation reflects genuine interest. Parents like Arijit Nandi and Kenji Takahashi highlight the importance of balancing structured sessions with downtime for play, reflection, and fun. Do you think your child’s current schedule leaves enough room for rest and spontaneous play, or are they running on “hustle mode” too often?

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