Avoiding discomfort stunts emotional growth from "summary" of The Coddling of the American Mind by Jonathan Haidt,Greg Lukianoff
The idea that avoiding discomfort stunts emotional growth is a central theme in our discussion about the challenges facing young people today. We argue that by shielding children from unpleasant experiences, parents and educators may inadvertently hinder their ability to develop crucial emotional resilience. This concept is particularly relevant in the context of the "safetyism" trend that has emerged in recent years, where well-intentioned efforts to protect children from harm have resulted in a generation that struggles to cope with adversity. When individuals are shielded from discomfort, whether it be physical, emotional, or intellectual, they miss out on valuable opportunities to learn and grow. Adversity is a natural part of life, and by avoiding it, we ...
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