Embracing Youth Voice
Jason emphasizes the importance of youth irreverence in shaping the world, highlighting the need for elders to listen and support rather than lead. He stresses earning respect and creating space for youth at the table, offering guidance and emotional support in movements for change.In this clip
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What are your thoughts on the perspective that many older people take unmerited pride in being adults and discourage youth's enthusiasm and ideals, as expressed in the quote: "You're young. Enjoy your enthusiasms and your ideals while you can. For when you grow up and get out in the world you will know better"?
What are your thoughts on the perspective that many older people take unmerited pride in being adults and discourage youth's enthusiasm and ideals, as expressed in the quote: "You're young. Enjoy your enthusiasms and your ideals while you can. For when you grow up and get out in the world you will know better," as discussed in the episode 445: Mind-blowing statistics on mental health, polarization & the future of dating | Bestselling author Scott Galloway and the clip Embracing Life's Beauty?
What insights can younger people offer?