How do we help children protect themselves?

Adults widely think of children as helpless. They are so small, soft, and innocent. Only we can protect them. We buy the best stroller, car seat, helmet to make sure they are protected and safe. And when they do fall, we rush over to do what we can to keep them from feeling any pain. When they cry, we make all kinds of promises so they’ll stop. The thing is, ironically, they need to feel the pain. Why? So that they can stand up and try again.

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