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Ep 1: Are We Over-Parenting Our Kids?

Raising Parents with Emily Oster

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Cherish Freedom Over Perfection

Intensive parenting often stems from societal pressure and expectations, leading to a cycle of overthinking and stress about children's performance in extracurricular activities. Acknowledging that children thrive with more freedom rather than strict oversight can help parents to resist cultural norms. Emphasizing happiness over competitiveness allows for a more balanced approach to parenting, where children's joy and autonomy take precedence over perfection or achievement.

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