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The relentless pursuit of a “perfect child” is a modern parenting trap, an invisible cage built from good intentions and societal pressure. This mindset, pervasive in today’s achievement-driven culture, often masks a deeper and more profound fear: the fear that our child’s inevitable imperfections are a direct, damning reflection of our own shortcomings as parents. […]
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We’ve all been there. You’ve had a long day at work, the traffic was a nightmare, and that promised trip to the park just isn’t going to happen. “Maybe tomorrow,” you say, trying to soften the blow. In that moment, it might feel like a minor setback, a small white lie to get through a
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It’s a scene every parent and teacher knows all to well: the wide-eyed wonder of a five-year-old, whose world is a boundless playground of questions. Their curiosity is a powerful, unquenchable fire. But fast forward a few years, and that same child, now a teenager, often sees school not as an adventure, but as a
7 ways to foster your child’s love for learning Read More »
As a high school wrestling coach for 35 years, I have jumped into competition thousands of times, standing mat-side for 35,000 individual matches and feeling every emotion, from heartbreak to elation. I love competition, and I’m not a big fan of losing; however, I have learned how not to put winning in front of other
Why competition is valuable for growth and development Read More »
Sometimes we don’t mean to hurt, but we do. In our society, the role of a father is often idealized — sometimes to an impossible degree. We see images of strong, silent types; weekend warriors; or endlessly patient mentors. While many fathers strive to embody these ideals, and indeed, many succeed admirably, the reality is
Being more aware of what we say, and how it affects our kids Read More »
I recently was watching a post-game interview with Draymond Green of the Golden State Warriors, and out of nowhere, he shared a story about one of his teammates. These were his words: “I want to mention something that I saw today that no one will care about. Trayce Jackson-Davis did something on the bench today.
Teaching our kids to be a ‘Me Third’ person Read More »
Embrace these five questions, not as a shield against engagement, but as a guide toward meaningful connection.
Is this a hill to die on? Managing conflict with your child Read More »
We all envision our children not just surviving, but truly flourishing. Yet sometimes our well-meaning actions inadvertently strip them of the very tools they need to navigate life’s inevitable storms, such as mental toughness and resilience. Please allow me to explain by sharing a story: I recently received a phone call from a frustrated Dad.
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Being a father isn’t a sprint; it’s a marathon – a “long game” where the daily choices and intentional actions you take today ripple outwards, shaping the adults your children become. Let’s delve into the profound and lasting benefits that arise when fathers consciously engage in raising their children. From fostering emotional resilience and strong
The long game of being a dad Read More »
As parents, we pour our hearts into nurturing our children’s growth in countless ways, yet the desire for them to embrace their faith without reservation often sits as a profound hope. In a culture where faith often is met with skepticism, or even ridicule, how do we move beyond simply teaching them Bible stories to
Help your child embrace their faith when the world shows them something different Read More »
