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Why Kids Need More Free Play, Outdoor Time, and Healthy Risks

Children have less free time, outdoor play, independence, and unstructured exploration than previous generations. What might they be losing as a result?

In this episode, Dr. Tim Jordan explains why self-directed play is essential for children’s emotional, social, and physical development.

You will learn:

How free play strengthens creativity and problem-solving

Why children need opportunities to manage their own conflicts

How age-appropriate physical risks build confidence

Why constantly structured activities can limit independence

How outdoor play can support emotional regulation

What parents…

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