by OftenBen

Given the age of our junior martial art students (4 – 15) most of the behaviors currently listed as bullying are more often than not, unintentional – the result of the social ineptitude, lacking impulse control, and cognitive ability common at these ages. When adults view such common childhood behaviors as bullying, we are projecting an adult level of understanding and intent that simply isn’t there for children.

Point 1. I think that kids are awesome and capable of a lot more than we often give them credit for.

Point 2. I'm not a parent.

I do however think that this article makes a good point about how part of being a kid is making certain social mistakes or errors as part of the process of learning how not to be a total drag on the rest of humanity. Pathologizing the learning process is probably also not a good idea.

I've been very much into the idea of anti-fragility lately, especially with how it could possibly apply to parenting/education.