Why Waldorf Education Thinks Differently About Authority

When I began teaching, I thought authority was something to avoid. I wanted to be kind. Understanding. Flexible. I also lacked confidence and didn't feel particularly qualified to tell them what to do. I thought that if I cared enough, authority would somehow take care of itself. It didn't. Over time I learned that children aren't looking for adults who step back—they're looking for adults who can step forward with calm confidence. In this episode, I explore what authority really means in Wal...