The innocence and carefreeness in the lives of modern Asian youths are now punctured by heavy expectations. In order to lead a “successful” adult life, strict training starts at pre and elementary schools in which apart from learning societies’ social skills and academic subjects, children are conditioned to cherish the spirit of friendly competition and develop their innate talents. With carefully combed side-parted hair, ironed and clean outfits and bright knowledge-hungry eyes, these “mini adults” are being groomed into personified images of success.
