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Every Thursday, one consequential parenting question, one practical framework, and one field test to try at home. Written by Jay Bourgana for parents raising capable, responsible kids.
START WITH A REAL DECISION
- Notice one responsibility your child may be ready to carry.
- Choose support without doing the task for them.
- Try a bounded experiment and report back on what happened.
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Why Most Parenting Advice Fails
Start with the question behind the advice: what are we preparing our children to do for themselves?
Read on Substack ↗PreparationWe’re Not Raising Kids for the Zoo
A metaphor for the difference between a managed environment and an independent life. Consider where your child needs a safe chance to practice.
Read on Substack ↗Long-term thinkingMost People Want the Popcorn
A prompt to think about the patient work behind visible results. What small practice could your family repeat this week?
Read on Substack ↗Bring the question
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