Veronica Valli & Chip Somers
Veronica Valli, Lenore Skenazy
187: Parenting as Prevention With America’s Worst Mother
187: Parenting as Prevention With America’s Worst Mother
187: Parenting as Prevention With America’s Worst Mother
Wednesday 22nd June 2022
Veronica Valli and Lenore Skenazy discuss over-parenting, independence, and resilience in children on 'Soberful'.
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Veronica Valli & Chip Somers
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Independence and resilience are the lungs of childhood. Free time and independence are the lungs of their life.
Feeling like today's kids are a bit too coddled? In this engaging episode of 'Soberful', Veronica Valli sits down with Lenore Skenazy, the founder of the 'Free Range Kids' movement. Lenore argues that over-parenting is leaving our children unprepared for adulthood. She shares her bold perspective on why letting kids take risks and make mistakes is crucial for building resilience and confidence.
Lenore recounts her own experience with her son, who navigated the New York City subway alone at nine, sparking a national conversation about parenting. The episode dives into the benefits of mixed-age play, the downsides of tracking every move our kids make, and how these practices can prevent anxiety and addiction later in life. Veronica and Lenore challenge listeners to rethink their parenting styles and consider the long-term benefits of fostering independence in their children.
If you're a parent or caregiver looking to raise confident, capable kids, this episode is a must-listen.