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Letting Kids Grow: Embrace Difficulties for Development
Parents today often struggle to allow their children to face challenges, stemming from a generational tendency to overindulge and shield kids from difficulties. This protective approach leads to a culture of 'failure to launch' in young adults, fostering feelings of inadequacy and learned helplessness. Instead of facilitating resilience, the overprotection hinders children's ability to navigate challenges, emphasizing the importance of granting kids the opportunity to experience and overcome difficulties.