The Terrifying Cost of a Perfect Life

We explore a famous 1960s experiment where mice were given a “perfect world” with unlimited food, safety, and comfort—yet their behavior and social systems collapsed.What does that have to do with modern kids growing up with screens, automation, and instant gratification?A lot.We break down how effort, progress, and earned success build real confidence, and why tracking training, leveling up, and developing physical competence may be one of the most powerful antidotes to a world getting easier and softer.This is a conversation about purpose, challenge, and raising Death Resistant kids in the age of comfort. Get full access to Mighty Oak Athletic Free Newsletter at mightyoak.substack.com/subscribe