Chapter
Multiple Interpretations in Life
1:12:59 - 1:17:36 (04:36)
A woman in Matt Hegge's book tries out alternate lives in a library but ends up coming back to her own life, realizing that every life could have multiple interpretations. Different parties throughout time and across culture tend to arrive at similar conclusions, which might validate those claims.
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Despite the numerous parenting books available, the influence of genetics is often overlooked.
1:12:59 - 1:15:59 (02:59)
Summary
Despite the numerous parenting books available, the influence of genetics is often overlooked. The idea that parents matter, but don't necessarily make a significant difference is discussed.
ChapterMultiple Interpretations in Life
Episode#353 - Robert Plomin - How Do Genes Influence Our Behaviour?
PodcastModern Wisdom
The key to successful parenting is to recognize and support your child's passions and aptitudes, rather than trying to shape them into what you want them to be.
1:15:59 - 1:17:36 (01:36)
Summary
The key to successful parenting is to recognize and support your child's passions and aptitudes, rather than trying to shape them into what you want them to be. Parents should relinquish control and spend more time figuring out what their kids like to do and what they are good at, and help them do it.