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Ep 963 | The Dangers of Gentle Parenting, SEL & Empathy | Guest: Abigail Shrier

Relatable with Allie Beth Stuckey

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The Dangers of Social Media Influence and Therapy Trends

This chapter delves into the risks associated with blindly following therapy and medication trends on social media platforms like TikTok, cautioning against the glorification of such practices. The conversation also critiques the unintended consequences of social emotional learning (SEL) in schools, highlighting the potential harm of focusing on negative emotions and group therapy dynamics for students. Additionally, the chapter explores the controversial introduction of dark themes in school literature, discussing the negative impact of exposing young minds to heavy topics in the name of representation and saving lives.

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