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Lenore Skenazy believes our children are in crisis. That we are over-parenting them and stealing vital growth opportunities from them. If kids don't build resilience and have confidence in their abilities then they pay a price in adulthood. To...
55:45•22 Jun 2022
Lenore Skenazy: Raising Resilient Kids by Encouraging Independence
“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.
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