Nancy Carlsson-Paige , Matt Damon 's mom , is often asked how she raised her children . She says kids get a a solid footing in life with lots of child-centered play in the early years . Parents can give children inner strength ; she says . Tough punishment instills fear . Kids learn to be tough and resilient through adversity.
Nancy Carlsson-Paige , Matt Damon 's mom , is often asked how she raised her children . She says kids get a a solid footing in life with lots of child-centered play in the early years . Parents can give children inner strength ; she says . Tough punishment instills fear . Carlsson-Paige : Schools must offer children arts , drama -- activities that ca n't be tested .