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Listen to the episode here! Failure and disappointment are part of life—but for kids, those moments can feel extra big. And for parents, watching those struggles unfold can be really uncomfortable. But if we can lean into these moments and guide our kids through them, they can become powerful opportunities for growth, resilience, and self-worth. […]
Listen to the episode here! Whether it’s soccer practice, piano lessons, robotics club, or theater rehearsals—so many of us are raising kids who are involved in activities outside of school. And while these things might seem like just one more item on the calendar, they’re often where some of the most meaningful growth happens. In […]
Listen to the episode here! As parents, we spend a lot of time thinking about the expectations placed on our kids—by school, society, or even themselves. But there’s another piece of the puzzle that often gets overlooked: the expectations our kids place on others. From friendships and teammates to teachers, coaches, and even family members, […]
We’ve spent the last few weeks talking about expectations—especially the ones placed on our kids from the outside. But this time, we’re flipping the lens inward. Because over time, those external messages start to shape something even more powerful: the voice inside our child’s head. That inner voice—the one that says “I can do this” […]
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