#12: What our Kids Actually Need (It's Not What We Were Taught)
SUMMARY
When we think about parenting, it’s easy to focus on keeping our kids happy, fixing problems, or doing everything “right.” But the hardest part of parenting isn’t what we do for our kids—it’s the work we do withinourselves.
In this episode, we explore the deeper layers of parenting: building a foundation of love and connection, allowing our kids to feel discomfort without rushing to rescue them, and modeling what healthy emotional regulation and relationships actually look like. Because the truth is, our kids learn far more from how we live than what we say.
We also talk about why doing our own inner work isn’t just helpful—it’s essential. This conversation is an honest look at the real role we play as parents, and how showing up with presence and self-awareness can create lasting impact.
Resources:
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Book: Siblings Without Rivalry by Elaine Mazlish, Adele Faber
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