The Gift of Failure The Gift of Failure Jessica Lahey

The Gift of Failure

Why Effective Parents Step Back to Help Their Kids Thrive

by Jessica Lahey

★ 4.5 16 min read

About This Book

Published in 2015, this work by Lahey presents a persuasive case for why adults should release their tight grip on children's lives and allow mistakes to happen. Through this philosophy, Lahey demonstrates how young people gain essential insights into their capabilities and values, building greater self-reliance, confidence, and accountability in the process.

Who Should Read This?

  • Parents raising children of any age
  • Educators and classroom teachers
  • Youth counselors and mentors
  • Coaches working with young people
  • Grandparents and extended family caregivers

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