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Should We Let Our Kids Fail?

A Conversation with Jessica Lahey

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Ravi Gupta

May 31, 2023

We like to measure our lives by our successes and nowhere is this more apparent than in education. From test scores to college admissions to participation trophies, the accolades one can receive are endless. But did you know that the human brain learns more from failure than success? On this week's episode of Sweat the Technique, Ravi sits down with Jessica Lahey, author of The Gift of Failure, for an illuminating conversation about parenting. From homework to report cards, social dynamics, and sports - Jessica’s advice will help parents step back and embrace their children’s setbacks along with their successes.

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