In this episode I cover Chapter Five: Pushed To Succeed in the book Unconditional Parenting: Moving From Rewards And Punishments To Love And Reason by Alfie Kohn
http://www.unconditionalparenting.com/up/
"Pop behaviorism" or operant conditioning implements punishments and rewards as a way to get people to do things--in violation of voluntary interaction and property rights
The essence of statism arises from authoritarianism in the family, denying children's needs for respect and choice (among other needs, such as emotional and intellectual honesty) and appealing to extrinsic motivators rather than intrinsic motivation and reason
A useful resource to learn about the so-called educational system, among other important things
http://schoolsucksproject.com
George Carlin - "Proud parents" bumper stickers
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cxmE2qMbYRU
John Holt and the world of unschooling, which is respectful of learners
http://www.holtgws.com/
Being free to make your own choices (instead of capitulating to others' demands) promotes intrinsic motivation and thus self-actualization--which will foster a vibrant, prosperous society
Feel free to contact me for a counseling session at wes@happinesscounseling.com
http://happinesscounseling.com
Open NVC Sessions...
http://completeliberty.com/forum/topic/13
2011 Porcupine Freedom Festival in Lancaster, NH
http://porcfest.com
bumper music "Ain't Wastin' Time No More" by the Allman Brothers
http://www.allmanbrothersband.com/
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