168: The Erosion of Courtesy in Society

"Teaching our kids the right way to use AI."
"Raising thinkers and not people that are thought for."
"The problem is it's not sustainable."
"We have to be informed ourselves as parents and we have to have a stance and we have to be able to educate our children about those stances."
"We also have to have the big conversations because the big conversations are also just as important."
"Why are we waiting until after you're giving birth to check on you, the mother or me, the father for how we're doing mentally?"

In this conversation, Jey and Tara discuss various topics including the use of AI, the importance of raising thinkers, and the erosion of courtesy in society. They also touch on the challenges of parenting in the age of social media and the need for children to be taught how to use AI effectively. Tara shares her experience with her son attending a learner-driven school that focuses on teaching critical thinking skills. The conversation covers various topics related to parenting, mental health, and building a strong foundation for children. The importance of open communication, both daily conversations and big conversations, is emphasized. It is crucial for parents to be informed and educated on various issues and to have their own stance while also respecting their children's perspectives. The conversation also highlights the lack of resources and support for paternal mental health and the need for early intervention and prevention of maternal mental health issues. The importance of self-care, letting go of societal expectations, and building a supportive village are key takeaways.

Takeaways
Teaching children how to use AI effectively is important for their future success.
Raising thinkers is crucial in a society that values creativity and innovation.
The erosion of courtesy in society can be seen in various aspects, such as the lack of using turn signals while driving.
Blind obedience should not be encouraged, and children should be taught to question and think for themselves.
Parents need to be informed and have a solid foundation on various issues to guide their children's understanding and critical thinking skills. Open communication is essential in parenting, both through daily conversations and big conversations about important topics.
Parents should be informed and educated on various issues and have their own stance while respecting their children's perspectives.
There is a lack of resources and support for paternal mental health, and early intervention and prevention of maternal mental health issues are crucial.
Self-care is important for parents to maintain their mental well-being and be able to provide the best care for their children.
Letting go of societal expectations and building a supportive village are key in navigating the challenges of parenting.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Excitement
01:55 The Role of AI and Critical Thinking
07:24 Content Creation and Misinterpretation
11:32 The Impact of AI on Education
16:57 The Erosion of Courtesy in Society
21:59 Teaching Independent Thinking in Children
25:52 The Importance of Being Informed as Parents
29:12 Learner-Driven Schools and Independent Thinking
32:25 Raising Thinkers, Not Followers
34:15 Informed Parenting and Open Conversations
37:04 Addressing the Lack of Resources for Paternal Mental Health
46:14 Supporting Maternal Mental Health During Pregnancy and Postpartum
51:12 Letting Go of Societal Expectations and Focusing on Family
59:32 Building a Supportive Village for Parents

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