Yes, this. Reminds me of this Mother Teresa quote: “I was once asked why I don't participate in anti-war demonstrations. I said that I will never do that, but as soon as you have a pro-peace rally, I'll be there.”
Matt, this is exactly the kind of perspective that gives me hope—not just as a creator, but as a father.
You’re not just addressing the flaws in the system—you’re offering a better way.
A path that builds instead of shames. That raises the bar instead of raising walls.
Focusing on what kids can be, not just what they shouldn’t do, is the shift we desperately need.
You nailed it: courage isn’t taught by posters—it’s cultivated through imagination, practice, and example. And when we start planting those seeds early, we’re not just preventing harm—we’re growing greatness.
The truth is, our kids want to be something meaningful.
They’re wired for story.
For connection.
For purpose.
If we give them that framework—not the fear-based, reactionary model, but a heroic one—we don’t just see better behavior. We see stronger hearts.
Thank you for speaking truth into this conversation.
Yes, this. Reminds me of this Mother Teresa quote: “I was once asked why I don't participate in anti-war demonstrations. I said that I will never do that, but as soon as you have a pro-peace rally, I'll be there.”
I love this, plays into a lot of things I talk about with adults as well, that perspective of guidance is so important!!
Matt, this is exactly the kind of perspective that gives me hope—not just as a creator, but as a father.
You’re not just addressing the flaws in the system—you’re offering a better way.
A path that builds instead of shames. That raises the bar instead of raising walls.
Focusing on what kids can be, not just what they shouldn’t do, is the shift we desperately need.
You nailed it: courage isn’t taught by posters—it’s cultivated through imagination, practice, and example. And when we start planting those seeds early, we’re not just preventing harm—we’re growing greatness.
The truth is, our kids want to be something meaningful.
They’re wired for story.
For connection.
For purpose.
If we give them that framework—not the fear-based, reactionary model, but a heroic one—we don’t just see better behavior. We see stronger hearts.
Thank you for speaking truth into this conversation.
I’m with you. Fully.
Let’s keep raising heroes.
Great idea and concept
Implementing the idea to be a good human for everyone makes us all
Heroes
Thanks Sam