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As a mom of three, I know how hard it is to find the balance between wanting to protect my kids and letting go so they can make mistakes and learn on their own.

In her talk, journalist Lenore Skenazy makes the case that letting our kids be a bit more free range or giving them more independence instead of micromanaging their every move

helps build resilience and actually eases both parents and children's anxiety.

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That was Lenore Skenazy speaking at TED 2025.

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