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Episode 2358:

Jay and Heather Harrington discuss the pervasive influence of the "princess industrial complex" on young girls and the importance of countering it by encouraging outdoor play and exploration. They emphasize how nature fosters confidence, creativity, and family connection, helping girls grow into strong, self-assured women.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.lifeandwhim.com/first-moments-blog/antidote-to-the-princess-industrial-complex

Quotes to ponder:

"Nature is a place to be creative, imaginative, adventurous, and to step outside of comfort zones. That’s what being a kid is all about."

"There’s nothing wrong with pink and princesses, but if that’s all we expose young girls to then it has an impact on them. And it’s not a positive one."

"Time spent outside, exploring nature, is some of the best time to bond and connect as a family."

Episode references:

Last Child in the Woods: https://www.amazon.com/Last-Child-Woods-Children-Nature-Deficit/dp/156512605X

Cinderella Ate My Daughter: https://www.amazon.com/Cinderella-Ate-My-Daughter-Dispatches/dp/0061711527

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