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Wild Rule Breaking Season 2 Finale with Dr Billy Garvey

How Other Dads Dad with Hamish Blake

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Safe as Necessary, Not Possible

  • Create a safe space for children to try new things, but also to not try if they're hesitant.
  • Don't pressure them, especially hesitant kids. Reluctance can indicate underlying struggles, like school attendance issues.
  • Give kids small successes early on by starting with low-risk challenges, gradually increasing the difficulty.
  • Prioritize being "as safe as necessary, not as safe as possible." Overprotection can lead to teens seeking out excessive risk when they gain independence.
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