The Coddling of the American Mind: How Good Intentions and Bad Ideas Are Setting Up a Generation for Failure

The "Safety Culture" on campus is a ticking time bomb that poses a significant threat to free speech, mental health, education, and ultimately democracy.

This groundbreaking book exposes the three Great Untruths that have been taught to the current generation of young people - their feelings are always right; they should avoid pain and discomfort; and they should look for faults in others rather than themselves.

These false beliefs are part of a larger philosophy that sees young people as fragile creatures who must be protected and supervised by adults, but they are actually harming kids by teaching them the opposite of ancient wisdom and modern psychological findings on grit, growth, and antifragility.

The result is rising rates of depression and anxiety, along with endless stories of college campuses torn apart by moralistic divisions and mutual recriminations.

But there is hope! This book offers a comprehensive set of reforms that will strengthen young people and instill in them the resilience they need to navigate the challenges of adulthood, while preserving their mental health and fostering a culture of free speech and open-mindedness on campus.

Don't miss out on this essential read for anyone concerned about the future of our youth and the future of democracy itself!