189: The Important People in Our Lives

Stories of an Unschooling Family by Sue Elvis

Sep 22, 202147:51Education

I'm back! Are you surprised? I am! This week, I'm talking about: How lack of control makes us feel helpless. Do controlled kids feel helpless? Does control lead to mental health issues? If we want a society of responsibl...

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