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June 23, 2025

Let Them Be Bored: Why Doing “Nothing” Is the Best Thing You Can Give a Child This Summer

Let Them Be Bored: Why Doing “Nothing” Is the Best Thing You Can Give a Child This Summer
Most of us scramble for solutions. But what if these “empty” moments are where real growth begins? The Case for Boredom (Backed by Brain Science) “I’m bored!” It’s the line every parent dreads, and our reflex is to fill the silence. But if you look at the latest research, and listen to what leading child psychologists are saying, boredom isn’t a crisis to solve. It’s a cognitive compost pile, the dark, quiet space where imagination, resilience, and self-motivation quietly take root. ABC’s Go...
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June 04, 2024

The Paradox of Failure: Why Our Worst Moments Define Our Best

The Paradox of Failure: Why Our Worst Moments Define Our Best
Consider the story of Beethoven, one of the greatest composers in history. Many people don't know that as a young man, Beethoven was a mediocre violinist. He was often overshadowed by other musicians, and his early compositions were met with criticism and rejection.
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