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How protecting children from struggle can prevent growth

My 26-year-old son has never had to work because I wanted him to pursue his dreams, and now he spends his days playing video games while I work two jobs to support us both.

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More people experience this than they realize.

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The desire to give our children easier lives than we had can rob them of the challenges necessary for developing strength and purpose.

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If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.