Honestly, the best way to prepare your kids for the real world is to gently expose them to the idea that they have to work hard to get what they want in life.
In real life though, there is also a risk of failure. Honestly, the best way to prepare your kids for the real world is to gently expose them to the idea that they have to work hard to get what they want in life. They need to realize they aren't entitled to anything.