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Masterly Inactivity Versus Micromanaging

Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford

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Survival and Mastery: A Historical Perspective

This chapter chronicles the perilous journey of a convoy led by Lady Sale amidst Afghan rebel attacks, showcasing their struggle for survival against overwhelming odds. It also examines the concept of helicopter parenting and its detrimental effects on children, while drawing parallels with historical examples from 1830s Afghanistan and the dynamics of colonial rule.

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