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Healthy Defiance: A Critical Life Skill You Must Teach Your Child Members Public

Cornell Research on How Small Acts of Principled Disagreement Build Ethical Self-Advocacy and Lifelong Confidence in Children.

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David Yi
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The Rise of Only Child Dynasties Members Public

A growing number of families are choosing to have just one child—shaped by focus, intention, and modern realities.

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David Yi
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Harvard Just Flagged 10 Degrees Losing Market Value Members Public

The safest paths are no longer safe. A new Harvard study reveals which degrees are declining.

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David Yi
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7 Toxic Parenting Habits Undermining Kids’ Mental Strength Members Public

And what to do instead!

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David Yi
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The New Privilege: Raising Kids Without Phones Members Public

Affluent families are leading a quiet rebellion against screens—delaying smartphones, rediscovering analog play, and redefining what a privileged childhood looks like in 2025.

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David Yi
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The Most Popular Class at Stanford (It’s Not What You Think) Members Public

MBAs pay six figures to learn this important skill. Here’s how to give your kids the same head start—right at home.

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David Yi
The Wonder Years

Top Independent Research Mentorship Programs for High School Students (2026) Members Public

Every spark of brilliance deserves a chance to grow. These independent research programs give high schoolers the tools and guidance to transform gifts into talents that last a lifetime.

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David Yi
Top Programs

Nature vs. Nurture: Genetics Sets the Ceiling for Giftedness? Members Public

Giftedness is rooted in genetics—nurture doesn’t create it, but it can amplify or suppress a child’s natural potential.

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David Yi
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