Comedian Chris Parker: What's wrong with being a Try-Hard?

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Who

Secondary, Tertiary, Whānau

Purpose

To understand the value someone has when they try hard at something.

We walk away knowing

Trying hard is the best thing someone can do regardless of the outcome.

Kōrero

  • Have you heard the expression 'try-hard'? Why do you think it's such an insult to be called a try hard?
  • What are some other insults that stem from this same idea? (rate yourself, hard-out, pick me girl)
  • How can start encouraging others to try hard at what they do?
  • Has Chris made you think about trying hard in a different light?