My take-away from this book was to let children BE. Don't try to micromanage or put words in their mouth. Let them have tantrums and let them try risky activities. Give them manageable tasks and responsibilities. Treat them like small adults and don't create your schedule around them, but instead create theirs around yours. Find your village of people that can give support and love. The parenting styles seemed a little similar to Montessori to me.

I feel like I strive to do more laid back parenting already, mostly attempting to stay calm during tantrums and risky play, within reason. I try not to let my toddler smell my fear when she's refusing to get ready for bed. It was an interesting listen for me, and I enjoyed hearing about the different cultures and their ways of raising a family.