FREEDOM

Why Trading Rights for “Safety” is a Bad Idea

It’s a scary world we live in sometimes. Over the last several years, I’ve observed something interesting. There’s been a much greater “fear-panic-appeal to authority” cycle happening than in the past. It’s by no means the first time it has occurred (polio in the 1950s comes to mind), but it’s happening more frequently and more […]...

April 28, 2016 6:31PM      FACEBOOK   /   TWEET   /   EMAIL

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HAPPINESS

Happy Thanksgiving from Fearless Parent!

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“Fear and gratitude cannot coexist.” Our biology strongly rewards positivity. Fear immobilizes. The neurochemistry of positive emotion is what’s required to roll up our sleeves and get on with the business of life, love, work, and play. To all our wonderful supporters, collaborators, activists, friends and family – we’re grateful for you and wishing you a […]...

November 27, 2014 12:12PM      FACEBOOK   /   TWEET   /   EMAIL

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FREEDOM

School Reform Needs Courage

School reform needs courage. It’s the missing ingredient. Corrupt leaders are dependent upon a fearful populace to maintain their power and control. They rely on ignorance of this group and its lack of education so they can provide what is perceived as the only path toward success. Nowhere is corruption more apparent than in our […]...

December 9, 2013 7:00AM      FACEBOOK   /   TWEET   /   EMAIL

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PODCAST

Tween Drive and Motivation – Episode 4

December 4, 2013 — Janine Caffrey, EdD with Louise Kuo Habakus and Alison MacNeil If you have middle school kids, then saying the words “tween drive and motivation” may make you roll your eyes. Do you struggle with setting limits on how much time your kids can spend on the iPad? Does the world feel […]...

December 2, 2013 8:50PM      FACEBOOK   /   TWEET   /   EMAIL

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