When Adults Step Back, Kids Step Up with Lenore Skenazy
Description
In this episode of the ADHD Parenting Podcast, hosts Ryan and Michael engage in a thought-provoking discussion with special guest Lenore Skenazy, founder of Let Grow. They explore the critical importance of free play and independence for children, particularly those with ADHD.
Find Let Grow @ www.letgrow.org
Find Mike @ www.grownowadhd.com & on IG
Find Ryan @ www.adhddude.com & on Youtube
[00:00:00 ] Start
[00:02:36 ] Importance of kids' independence.
[00:04:45 ] Importance of free play.
[00:09:12 ] Internal locus of control.
[00:12:18 ] Screen addiction and outdoor play.
[00:14:24 ] Letting go of parental control.
[00:20:38 ] Parenting children with ADHD independence.
[00:21:22 ] Parental fears and children's independence.
[00:26:06 ] ADHD parenting challenges.
[00:29:27 ] Let Grow Play Club concept.
[00:35:01 ] Feeling useful and competent.
[00:35:57 ] Independence as therapy for anxiety.
[00:41:06 ] Importance of free play.
[00:42:21 ] Kids' independence and free play.
[00:46:46 ] Kids' independence and responsibility.
[00:50:03 ] Let Grow experiences and anecdotes.