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NICHOLAS BOOTHMAN
scared. It became clear that there's no one-size-fits-all
answer to this complex issue, and that the key to
navigating stranger interactions lies in finding a
balance between caution and openness.
And, what if the real danger isn't talking to
strangers, but rather the fear and mistrust we instill in
our kids? What if by shielding them from the
unknown, we're also shielding them from potential
connections and magic moments. Perhaps it’s time to
rethink the 'stranger danger' narrative and instead
teach our kids to navigate the world with confidence,
common sense, and curiosity?
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