Safe Enough to Struggle

The counterintuitive science of raising resilient children

If you've ever wondered whether stepping in before your child struggles is actually helping them — or quietly working against them — this conversation is for you.

Join us at The Quorum

Date & Time
Saturday, 23 May 2026 , 5:30 pm onwards
Venue
The Quorum, Two Horizon Centre, Gurgaon
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Seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

About the Event

Why do some children
grow stronger
under pressure?

Our children are growing up inside systems that are volatile, unpredictable, and constantly shifting. The instinct to protect them is natural — but what if it's the very thing standing in their way?

We'll explore what really builds grit and resilience in children, what schools and families can do differently, and why the most important thing we can give our children might be the freedom to struggle.

"Can resilience be built by helping them face challenges — not avoiding them?"
"What enables resilience in uncertain environments?"
"What role do schools and families play in shaping it?"
Speakers

In Conversation

Raj Singh Bhandal
Trustee,
Vasant Valley Schools

An Oxford alumnus with 25+ years of experience in finance and technology, and a parent of two Vasant Valley School graduates. He transitioned into educational leadership to rethink how schools serve children, families, and society. He now leads groundbreaking programmes in inclusion and engagement that strengthen school–community ties and expand opportunities for all students.

Vishnu Karthik
Co-founder & Director,
Vasant Valley School, Gurgaon Campus

An education leader with 20+ years of experience in school leadership and institution building. A Harvard alumnus, his work focuses on experiential learning, cognitive science, and the design of learning environments. He is a widely published voice on education and parenting.

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