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Explore a provocative 53-minute conference talk from The Aspen Institute that challenges conventional parenting wisdom by examining whether society's obsession with safety is actually harming children's development. Learn from a parenting advocate and clinical expert who argue that the solution to childhood anxiety isn't increased protection, but rather greater freedom and independence. Discover their bold framework for allowing children to face appropriate risks, from encouraging solo subway rides to implementing "mega-doses" of independence, all designed to build resilience and develop capable, confident young people. Understand how treating childhood as a liability may be counterproductive and gain insights into fostering environments where children can grow into the capable humans they're meant to become through measured exposure to real-world challenges and decision-making opportunities.
