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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]This reflexive "no" is why kids and teens are filled with anxiety and incompetence. My kids have been allowed to play with sticks (and stones) as much they want from birth, so they learned very young what is and isn't safe and I can trust them. If there is a crazy stick-wielding child on the playground, they avoid them and don't crave the conflict. It's especially important for boys to play-fight in various ways without shame, and the more you create safe ways for them to do that while in your care and with your attention, the less likely they are to act out and go wild in school or recess. [/quote] +1. Sure I let them play with rocks and sticks. When they were little I watched them at the playground and made sure they didn’t hurt other kids. They’re much older now, and I assure you they’re mentally and physically healthy kids.[/quote]
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