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30: Lenore Skenazy - How To Raise "Free-Range Kids"
30: Lenore Skenazy - How To Raise "Free-Range Kids"
30: Lenore Skenazy - How To Raise "Free-Range Kids"
Wednesday 7th March 2018
Lenore Skenazy discusses raising independent kids through the Free-Range Kids Movement on 'Ruthless Compassion'.
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Get the buttons here!Raising Independent Kids: Lenore Skenazy's Free-Range Philosophy
We're really afraid, and with fear comes vengeance, you know, because you'll do anything to save yourself, your family, your community and so um, aside from all the wasted time not just driving the kids there, but um keeping tabs on them.
Imagine letting your 9-year-old navigate the New York City Subway alone. Scary? Maybe. But for Lenore Skenazy, it was a defining moment that sparked a national conversation about parenting and childhood independence. Dubbed 'America's Worst Mom' for her decision, Lenore didn't back down. Instead, she founded the Free-Range Kids Movement to challenge the notion that children are in constant danger and need to be overprotected. In this episode of 'Ruthless Compassion with Dr.
Marcia Sirota', Lenore dives into the benefits of giving kids more freedom and less supervision. She argues that overprotection stifles children's development, leading to increased anxiety and a lack of resilience. Schools, she says, play a crucial role in promoting independent play and free time. Lenore's message is clear: embracing fear and allowing children to have both good and bad experiences is essential for raising confident, capable adults.
This episode is a must-listen for parents, educators, and anyone interested in fostering a generation of fearless and independent kids.