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Podcast episode about more "hands off" parenting and the good it does for child development. (podcastindex.org)

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Hidden Brain podcast

Episode title: Parents: Keep Out!

Publish date: 24/11/2025, 20:00:00

Podcast length: 01:23:04

If you’re a parent or a teacher, you’ve probably wondered how to balance play and safety for the kids in your care. You don’t want to put children in danger, but you also don’t want to rob them of the joy of exploration. This week, we revisit a favorite conversation with psychologist Peter Gray. ...

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[–] cRazi_man@europe.pub 1 points 11 hours ago

Don't need to jump in at the deep end. It'll depend on your area, your comfort level, the child's ability, etc. My kids are about getting to the point where I might start encouraging them to go to the play area on their own. This is 500m from the house and down a walk path away from the road/traffic. This is in a residential area and other kids already come there on their own from surrounding houses.