I was made to study music (piano, singing, solfeggio) growing up. Basically robbed me of childhood - no free time (classes 6 days a week), no friends, constant

I was made to study music (piano, singing, solfeggio) growing up. Basically robbed me of childhood - no free time (classes 6 days a week), no friends, constant pressure to do something I didn't want to. At 8th grade a just said I'm not going anymore and mom gave up. My kids are now involved in a lot of extracurriculars, including piano, but I'm trying to make sure they have life outside of school and activities. I think it's not all bad, it's a matter of balance you need to find as a parent.