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“I don‘t want you to be safe ideologically. I don‘t want you to be safe emotionally. I want you to be strong. That‘s different. I‘m not going to pave the jungle for you. Put on some boots, and learn how to deal with adversity. I‘m not going to take all the weights out of the gym; that‘s the whole point of the gym. This is the gym.” - Van Jones

Like most books like this, the point is made within the first 4 or 5 chapters. After that it‘s just most examples to prove the point. And I agree with the points made. Yes, we are challenged as a society. We are motivated so much by self-esteem and feelings that the truth and challenging what is wrong gets muffled and silenced out of fear. It is a good book. With good points.

This was based on an article that the authors had previously written, so I was basically listening to an extended research paper. I would recommend passing on this one unless you are really into the first amendment and social trends. An issue with this one is timeliness, there have been so many more controversial events since it was published but I felt compelled to read/listen after a recommendation from our company CEO.

A wonderful mostly unbiased insight into the issues we are having with youth today and mature ways to help us help them overcome the challenges they will face.

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Okay…I‘m not going to lie. I‘m bleeping loving this book & I‘m considering buying copies for the young parents in my life. Kids today are indeed far to fragile and I‘m grateful for my father for showing me how to have a tuff skin so I can pass that along to my stepchildren.

Just started this and really enjoying. Learned that peanut butter allergies are on the rise as less people are exposed to it. Also that the ban of nuts somehow includes legumes. This unfortunate counter to protect the vulnerable has caused a higher amount of those to also get allergic making more...vulnerables. I don‘t normally read non fiction, but I will be finishing this one. One complaint- not enough dragons. So far...0 dragon appearance

This was a pretty interesting read. However, it was quite repetitive. I felt like it could have been shortened significantly or just kept to the original essay. Nonetheless, there were some good points made.

A pick for the most part. Not sure why I keep doing non-fiction on audio. I don't have the attention span for it. I agree we're going overboard and cancel culture is a thing, but I still think we need to call out a**holes.

Note-there's a website for the book with lots of resources.

I've been a #BookReport slacker. ? But I'm back in the game this week! Even if the only book I really 'read"was this audiobook.

@Cinfhen

I am thoroughly enjoying this book. Allows for insight into how iQ and EQ play equal parts of our conscious whole. The heart and the head. Describe How these ideas are being skewed on college campus. One must struggle through discomfort in order to finally think!

Not sure if I should be listening to this right now since I'm in a cranky kind of head space, but my daughter recommended it and I usually enjoy what she recommends.

Is there anything better than a book and a glass of wine after work on a Friday? 🤩🥂

Only to page 40 and have so many highlights!

This book answers a lot of questions I have about why so many young people are filled with anxiety. It‘s well outlined and thorough. Definitely worth a listen. #nfnov

Up next for #nfnov!

When we over protect children we harm them. Children are naturally anti-fragile so overprotection make some weaker and less resilient later on

Can‘t say enough about this one. I‘ve had several lively discussions about it!!!

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#Recommendsday

"Education should not be intended to make people comfortable; it's meant to make them think" - Hanna Holborn

Though I found the core questions the authors raised worth investigating and the evidence presented relevant, I bailed halfway through. I wasn‘t learning significantly new material after the first few chapters and by then, the authors made their central point clear. It was a very interesting book to read around the same time as some of the studies on race. Reminds me of my college years of studying both the medium AND the message in communicating

Sad depiction of our reality but eye opening.

#BookNDinner! Accompaniment this cold and clear evening: 4-mushroom fettuccine in a mushroom white truffle créme sauce, and sparkling mineral water. MMMMMmmmm ?! Happy reads & happy eats! ???

The view from my reading spot at our third winery of the day! This one seems like it‘s on the top of a mountain. Beautiful area here outside of Allentown.

@BookBabe , @leeloo13 , and friends are on a winery tour today, the first of two days. Iiii‘m the designated driver, so I just have the food and water 😆. All good—I get to READ while they get drunk on grapes! 😁👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 🍷

#BookNDinner! #Vietnamese Edition! Accompaniment this cold and windy evening was: bún gà nuông, which is chicken and noodles and veggies, and I added some grilled pork too. Also, a Thai iced tea. MMMMmmm ?! Happy reads & happy eats! ???

Best lentils I have ever eaten!

FSZ'S stand for Free Speech Zones. The founding fathers are rolling in their graves.

Chief Justice John Roberts, in his commencement address to his son's middle school graduation in 2017.

This is insane.

Something began changing on many campuses around 2013, and the idea that college students should not be exposed to "offensive" ideas is now a majority position on campus. In 2017, 58% of college students said it is "important to be part of a campus community where I am not exposed to intolerant and offensive ideas." This statement was endorsed by 63% of very liberal students, and 45% of very conservative students agreed with that statement.

I'm also a big believer in the effectiveness of CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy).

(Trigger warnings are verbal or written notifications provided by a professor to alert students that they are about to encounter potentially distressing material).

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An outstanding overview of the current campus (and beyond) madness.

Lots of food for thought and many good ideas. However, I do think that some solutions offered overlook some if the heavy price paid for social injustice. But, a great book to discuss and ideas worth considering.

Took a long #AudioWalk for #Readathon #Deweys24HourReadaThon

Just finishing up my 3rd hour!!!

They ID 6 trends: political polarization; adolescent depression & anxiety rates; high-intensity parenting; play & risk deprivation; campus bureaucracy; and a “commitment to attaining “equal outcomes” in all areas.” They make some good points, even if I don‘t agree with all of their arguments. Worth a read.