Could it be true that our children are so broken that we need to medicate them into compliance with societal expectations? Or has our society become so complex, that our children have become overwhelmed by the many demands placed upon them? Kim John Payne suggests returning simplicity to our children’s lives to reengage their sense of security and creativity in this interview with Regina Meredith originally webcast June 2, 2015.Kim John Payne, M.ED, is the author of the bestselling books, Simplicity Parenting and The Soul of Discipline. He has been a school counselor, adult educator, consultant, researcher, educator and a private family counselor for 27 years. In each role, he has helped children, adolescents and families explore issues such as social difficulties with siblings and classmates, attention and behavioral issues at home and school, emotional issues such as defiance, aggression, addiction and self-esteem and the vital role living a balanced and simple life brings.