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[Sergey Bogdanov]

This is a story about parenting, but also about the importance of considering context inclusively. We've all heard about the Stanford marshmallow experiment, but:

"Kids from wealthier families waited longer than kids from low-income families. Not because they had more self-control, but because their environment made waiting feel safer. If you grow up knowing there will always be food on the table, waiting for an extra marshmallow isn’t a big deal. But if your life is more uncertain, grabbing what you can when you can make total sense. It’s a survival skill, not a lack of discipline."

It's not just about socioeconomic background; it's also, as the article points out, about building a culture of trust. That's important in families, but also in companies, and everywhere.

"So what’s the takeaway here? It’s simple, really: as parents, we set the tone. Our actions, promises, and reliability shape how our kids see the world. Are we building an environment where they feel safe enough to wait? Or are we teaching them that they need to grab what they can, when they can?"

What can we change to create emotional safety? How can we let them know they're protected? It really matters, in all walks of life.

#Parenting

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